Remains in Grand Canyon thought to be those of missing Los Angeles man
Grand Canyon National Park rangers say remains have been found that are believed to be those of a Los Angeles resident who went missing in June.
The National Park Service announced Thursday that people on a private river rafting trip discovered remains while on a day hike. Rangers found evidence indicating the remains are those of 72-year-old Raafat “Ralph” Amin Nasser-Eddin.
Nasser-Eddin was reported overdue from a hike on June 12 and matched the description of a person reported to park rangers as being disoriented at a canyon camping area the day before. A days-long search was fruitless.
The remains were found Wednesday nearly 3 miles from his last known location near Hermit Camp. The Coconino County medical examiner will confirm the identity.
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