Yong Chun Kim

RECORD PENDING DELETION Yong Chun Kim was found alive 13 years ago. Out of respect for this person's privacy, Missing NPF will delete this record soon.

Found Alive

Mount Rainier National Park
Mount Rainier National Park

About Yong Chun Kim's case

According to the National Park Service,

Yong Chun Kim, 66, was leading a snowshoe walk for a hiking group from Tacoma Saturday afternoon, January 14, 2012, when he slipped down a steep slope. He was unable to ascend back to the group and told them he would go around an meet them. His hiking companions returned to Paradise, and when Mr. Kim had not returned by 3:00, the National Park Service initiated a search, which continued on Sunday and Monday, ultimately involving more than 100 people.

Mr. Kim is an experienced snowshoer who has done many day trips at Mount Rainier. He was well equipped for day travel but did not have overnight gear or experience. The search took place in mountainous terrain at an elevation of 4,000-6,000 feet. The weather was wintery, with fresh snow each day, low temperatures in the teens, and high winds.

Personal Characteristics

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Distinguishing Marks

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Profession / Education

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Height / Weight

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Activity

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Points of Interest

POIs

Stevens Creek Drainage, East Of Paradise Area

Body Found

Investigative Details

Foul Play Suspected: No
Suicide Suspected: No
Cause of Death: Not Applicable

Significant Dates

Reported Missing: Saturday, January 14, 2012 (13 years ago)
Date Found: Monday, January 16, 2012 (13 years ago)

Entities

National Park Service Law Enforcement Rangers

Federal Law Enforcement

Tacoma Mountain Rescue

Government Assistive Resource

Portland Mountain Rescue

Government Assistive Resource

Central Washington Mountain Rescue

Government Assistive Resource

Olympic Mountain Rescue

Government Assistive Resource

Everett Mountain Rescue

Government Assistive Resource

Volcanoes Rescue Team

Government Assistive Resource

Crystal Mountain Ski Patrol

Private Organization

German Shepherd Search Dogs of Washington State

Private Organization

Seattle Mountain Rescue

Private Organization

Administrative Details

Monday, January 8, 2024 (7 months ago)

Missing NPF Public Identification Number (MPID) 10343

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