“We are deeply grateful for the urgency and commitment of law enforcement in the investigation of Hannah’s disappearance.” the family said in a statement according to the Los Angeles Police Department’s update last night.

“Our family remains hopeful that Hannah is safe and urges everyone to continue the search. The search is far from over and we are committed to doing everything we can to bring her home safely,” they continued.

“We want answers and a solution that ensures Hannah’s safety and urge law enforcement and the public to remain focused on finding her and avoid speculative conclusions,” the statement concluded. “It is critical to raise awareness and share verified information about her case, and we greatly appreciate your continued support in these efforts.”

The family’s statement came after the LAPD issued a news release Monday evening confirming that investigators traveled to the U.S.-Mexico border and viewed surveillance footage that “clearly” showed Kobayashi walking into Mexico entered.

“She was alone with her luggage. At this time, Kobayashi’s case was classified as a voluntary missing person,” a statement said.

“Our priority is to ensure the safety and well-being of Ms. Kobayashi,” added LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell. “We urge Ms. Kobayashi to contact her family, law enforcement, or U.S. Embassy personnel to let us know she is safe. She has the right to privacy and we respect her decisions, but we also understand the concern her loved ones feel.” A simple message could reassure those who care about her.

According to the LAPD update, Kobayashi traveled from Maui to Los Angeles on November 8, 2024. She was subsequently seen in video footage and photographs reviewed by detectives across the city.

She was scheduled to board a flight to New York on November 11; Despite checking her bag, she had it returned and was seen pulling it off a carousel at LAX that same day. According to police, she then took her luggage to Union Station and purchased a bus ticket to a destination near the Mexican border. She then took a bus to San Ysidro before crossing the border into Mexico.

The 31-year-old also allegedly texted a friend saying she was “tricked into giving away practically all of my money,” before claiming in a follow-up message that she was supposedly “for someone I love.” “believed” to have been duped.

Late last month, Hannah’s father Ryan, who came to Los Angeles to look for his daughter, was found dead near LAX after apparently committing suicide.

While there has been speculation online about human trafficking and crime, the LAPD said there is currently no evidence of this. They added that Hannah is not suspected of any criminal activity – and noted that “prior to his departure from Maui, Kobayashi expressed a desire to break away from modern connectivity.”

Police said they would not continue their investigation in Mexico. However, law enforcement would be notified when she returned to the U.S. and the missing persons case would continue until her safety was confirmed.