Gabriel Hasbani Missing: 21-Year-Old American Student Gabriel Hasbani Missing Since October 24 in Jerusalem’s Old City: Family Pleads for Public’s Help
Jerusalem police have issued an Amber Alert for Gabriel Hasbani, a 21-year-old American student reported missing in the city. Hasbani, a US citizen, was last seen on October 24 in the Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem’s historic Old City. His absence has spurred an intense search effort by local law enforcement, as well as appeals from his family and friends.
As his family seeks information and aid on social media and local forums, the story spreads quickly through numerous networks. Friends, classmates, and strangers have all shared comments in an effort to raise awareness and encourage anyone with information to come forward.
Gabriel’s last documented sighting was in Jerusalem’s Old City, notably in the Jewish Quarter, a historic neighborhood famed for its ancient ruins, narrow passageways, and thriving cultural activity. He was apparently exploring the region alone on October 24 and was supposed to return later that day, but did not check in. His relatives and friends became anxious when attempts to contact him by phone failed; his phone indicated no service, preventing them from tracking his location or communicating with him.
The circumstances surrounding his last known travels are mostly unknown, as he was not accompanied by anyone and there were no strong signs of planned meetings or engagements at the time of his disappearance. Local authorities are reviewing surveillance footage and witness reports as part of their ongoing investigation into his last known location.
Gabriel’s family, headquartered in the United States, has been in frequent communication with the American consulate in Israel, local law police, and search and rescue organizations to assist with the search. They have used social media sites such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to appeal to the public. Their letters include poignant pleas, as well as precise descriptions and images of Gabriel, urging anyone with information to contact them quickly.
The post concerning Gabriel’s abduction soon gathered traction on Facebook, with thousands of likes and comments from worried users, many of whom expressed compassion and prayed for his safe return. His family has received an outpouring of sympathy, with users from all over the world sharing the message to promote awareness.
Gabriel’s family emphasizes that even a tiny tip can be beneficial. They are requesting people in Jerusalem and the surrounding areas to keep a watch out for him and notify authorities if they see someone who matches his description. They have also revealed detailed information about his height, English fluency, and last known location in the Old City’s Jewish Quarter.