Emir Castillo, Jr was 56 when he disappeared from Kilauea on Kauaʻi in late summer 2015 and was reported missing on September 25, 2015. He was known locally for an adventurous streak and was believed to have been exploring the cave network near Larson’s Beach when he failed to return. His vehicle and personal belongings were found abandoned in the area, prompting a large search and rescue response.

Search teams spent days combing the caves and surrounding coastline, but despite extensive efforts no sign of Castillo was found and the intensive searches were later scaled back. He was described as a Hispanic male, 5 feet 9 inches tall, about 168 pounds, with gray or partially gray hair. No further contact or evidence has been reported since his belongings and vehicle were recovered.

If anyone was in the Larson’s Beach cave area in late summer 2015 or has information about Emir’s movements that season, please come forward with what you know.