Missing Australian hiker Jordan Yap found dead in Peru

An Australian trekker who went missing during a solo hike in Peru has been found dead, according to reports from The Guardian and ABC News Australia. Jordan Yap, aged 30, was reported missing after he failed to check into a hotel and missed his flight back home to Melbourne. [1][2]

The Guardian reported that Yap last made contact with his family and friends on 14 September ahead of a planned 10-day solo trek. The trek was taking place along the Huayhuash mountain range, located 400 kilometres north-east of Lima. [1]

In a social media statement posted on Saturday, family and friends of Yap confirmed his death and stated that he did not survive. ABC News Australia reported that the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is providing consular assistance to the family. [1][2]