Hiker dies on Okinawa mountain
OKINAWA —
A 62-year-old hiker on Monday was found dead on Kushidake mountain in Okinawa after he went missing on Sunday, police said Tuesday.
According to police, the hiker, a 62-year-old architect, went missing around 5:30 p.m. on Sunday while he was hiking with his friend. They split up for a while but the friend was unable to locate the man again later. He was found dead around 10 a.m. on Monday.
Police said the cause of his death is still unknown.
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smartacus
I'd be questioning the friend in great detail, if I were the police.
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Akemike
Most likely it could of been a Habu snake that bit him.
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jocelasi
Yes, question the friend in great detail.
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alphawolf
If it was a habu, they would see that pretty quick by the swollen leg. I think the guy had a heart attack or foul play.
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Squally
I blame the habu! I've hiked Yonahadake on Okinawa (tallest mountain on Okinawa) and if I were to be bitten by a habu while hiking alone, there would be no hope for a rescue. Except for near the base of the mountain, you seldom saw anyone, even other hikers.
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dennis0bauer
Nice friend
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williamsmith
I think the mountains in Okinawa are very dangerous and people should never go there.
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Spidey
Note to self...If you divide, nature will conquer.
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almxxx
It's not even safe to leave the house, anymore.
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sharky1
Could have been the lack of oxygen high up in the Okinawan Alps.
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