In the summer of 1994, Simon Owen, a 21-year-old student from Fort Worth, Texas, embarked on an adventure in Hawaii. Having just completed his junior year at Texas Wesleyan University, he decided to spend his break on the island of Oahu, where he rented a room in Honolulu and took a job at a restaurant in Waikiki. Simon was an avid hiker and naturalist, known to be well-trained in wilderness survival skills.
He had a passion for the outdoors and spent his spare time exploring the island's natural beauty. Standing at 6'0' and weighing around 155 pounds, he had brown hair, brown eyes, and several distinguishing marks, including a tattoo of a Christian fish symbol on his right ankle and scars on his neck, left shoulder, and right hip. His trip was a chance to immerse himself in the lush landscapes of Hawaii, a pursuit that brought him both joy and solace.
The specific details surrounding the exact date of his disappearance are somewhat vague, with reports varying. He was reportedly last seen at his residence in late June 1994, and a witness may have spoken to him near a pond on the Manoa Falls Trail around the same time. He was expected at his job but never arrived, and concern grew when he did not return home. A few days later, authorities made a discovery that pointed to his last known whereabouts: his bicycle was found still locked to a tree at the entrance to the popular Manoa Falls Trail, a winding path known for its breathtaking and sometimes treacherous terrain. He was thought to have been wearing beige shorts and possibly carrying a maroon backpack.
The discovery of the bicycle launched an extensive search and rescue operation involving the Honolulu Police Department and numerous volunteers. The effort to find the young Texan was significant, even drawing financial support from billionaire entrepreneur Ross Perot, who funded a private helicopter to aid in the search. Despite these exhaustive efforts scouring the dense vegetation and steep valleys of the trail, no trace of Simon was ever found. Authorities have stated that foul play is not suspected in his disappearance. The prevailing belief among officials is that Simon, who enjoyed climbing in high places, may have met with an unfortunate accident, perhaps falling from a dangerous vantage point on the trail. The case remains a sorrowful mystery, a story of a young man with a love for nature who went to explore a beautiful trail and vanished, leaving his loved ones without answers. He has never been heard from again, and his case remains unsolved.Last Seen: Jun 28, 1994
