Kwang Sun Kim, 72, was last seen March 23, 2020, when he left for a solo hike on Mount Baldy, California. He told his family of his plans and departed early; his vehicle was later found parked at Mount Baldy Village along Bear Road with much of his gear left behind. He is believed to have had only some basic camping supplies with him.

Search and rescue mounted a large-scale effort but found no trace of Kim. The area’s challenging mountainous terrain hampered searches, and no significant clues have emerged about what happened after he set out. Authorities continue to classify the case as a missing person under suspicious circumstances and the investigation is open.

If anyone knew Kwang Kim’s hiking plans, saw him on Mount Baldy that day, or has other information, please contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.