Missing Aussie trekker found dead in Peru
An Australian hiker, Jordan Yap, 30, has been found deceased after going missing during a solo 10-day trek in Peru's Huayhuash mountain range. Yap's last communication with loved ones occurred on September 14, just before embarking on the challenging Andes trek, 400km northeast of Lima. Friends and family issued a statement on social media, expressing gratitude to everyone who assisted in the search efforts.
The body was discovered in the Mitucocha Lagoon area, a high-altitude lake in Central Peru, approximately 200km north of Lima. Yap's friends and family remained hopeful for his safe return, acknowledging his love for orienteering and adventure.
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