In the autumn of 2022, a young boy named Kush Kohole Bernstein, along with his older brother, Koa Kai Bernstein, and their mother, Abigail Bernstein, vanished from Honolulu, Hawaii. The family of three was last seen on October 12, 2022, at the Ala Wai Boat Harbor. On that day, they were observed boarding a boat, seemingly embarking on what was intended to be a year-long journey at sea with a man Abigail had reportedly met online.
They left the harbor and were never seen or heard from again, leaving behind a void of information and growing concern for their well-being. At the time of his disappearance, Kush was a young child, and the sudden silence from the family was deeply unsettling.
Prior to their disappearance, Abigail and her sons lived a life largely disconnected from mainstream society. Abigail was described as having a nomadic lifestyle; she had ceased communication with her own family and had canceled her cell phone service. Neither Kush nor his brother Koa was enrolled in school. It is believed that the family may have been living 'off the grid' somewhere in Hawaii, as Abigail had connections to the Big Island, Kauai, and Maui. The man whose boat they boarded was later identified by authorities. He told investigators that the family had gotten seasick and departed his vessel by other means, though this account has not been substantiated. This person of interest has not been charged in connection with the family's disappearance.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is actively investigating the disappearance of the Bernstein family and is seeking information from the public. A reward of up to $10,000 has been offered for information that leads to the safe recovery of Abigail, Kush, or Koa. Authorities have released photographs of the family, including an age-progressed image of Kush, hoping someone will recognize them. The family has connections to several mainland states, including Florida, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, broadening the scope of the search. The case represents a perplexing mystery for law enforcement; what began as a planned sea adventure for a mother and her two sons ended in their complete disappearance. The lack of communication, the unverified story of their departure from the boat, and their transient lifestyle create a complex and heartbreaking overview of a family that seemingly vanished without a trace.Last Seen: Oct 12, 2022
