A 60-year-old woman who went missing for 11 days has been found alive on a hillside near a cemetery in Hong Kong, according to local authorities.
Police said Ngan Lai-ching was discovered after an extended search operation that continued despite difficult weather conditions, including a typhoon and several days of heavy rain.
Authorities said Ngan left her home at Kwong Ming Court in Tseung Kwan O on the morning of July 24. She did not take her mobile phone or an Octopus card, making it harder for investigators to track her movements.
The search involved emergency teams looking across nearby areas as concerns grew over her safety. Police continued efforts even as weather conditions created additional challenges for rescue workers.
Ngan was eventually located on a hillside close to a cemetery. Emergency teams reached the area and brought her to safety.
Officials did not immediately release further details about how she survived during the 11 days she was missing. Her condition after being found was not fully disclosed, but authorities confirmed that she was alive.
Police said Ngan has a history of schizophrenia. Authorities often advise families and communities to provide additional support for people with mental health conditions who may become vulnerable when separated from their usual surroundings.
The case highlights the importance of quick reporting and coordinated search efforts when a person goes missing. Hong Kong emergency services regularly work with police, rescue teams, and community groups during missing person investigations.
The operation faced added difficulties due to unstable weather. Heavy rainfall and storm conditions can make hillside searches more dangerous and reduce visibility for rescue teams.
Despite these challenges, officers continued checking possible locations until Ngan was found.
Authorities have not provided details about whether any members of the public helped locate her or whether investigators identified a specific reason for her disappearance.
The successful rescue brought relief after days of uncertainty for her family and those involved in the search.
Police continue to encourage residents to report missing persons quickly and provide as much information as possible, including recent locations, health conditions, and personal items that may help during investigations.
The discovery of Ngan alive after 11 days shows the importance of persistence and cooperation during difficult search operations, especially when weather conditions create additional risks.
