Jonathan Hoang Missing: Community Rallies After Possible Sighting in Kirkland

Jonathan Hoang Missing – The search for Jonathan Hoang — a 21-year-old man with autism who disappeared from his Arlington home at the end of March — remains active as family, neighbors and local organizations push to keep his story in the public eye. Recent developments, including a possible sighting on surveillance footage and a community-organized walk-a-thon in Kirkland, have renewed attention and energy behind the effort to locate him.

Short biography

What happened: timeline of key events

• March 30–31, 2025: Jonathan Hoang was reported missing from his family’s home in Arlington after he was not located in the morning following an evening routine. Authorities and family timeline detail he returned from an evening walk and went to his room the night before he was discovered missing the next morning.

• Early April 2025: A large volunteer-led search was mounted that included K-9 teams, drones and other resources; after many hours and hundreds of volunteers the pitched ground search was suspended for lack of immediate leads, though investigators remained open to tips.

• June 23, 2025: Home surveillance footage from a Kirkland neighborhood captured an image of a person who resembles Jonathan; that possible sighting prompted volunteers to canvass and hand out flyers in the area. Detectives have not been able to confirm the person’s identity

• July–August 2025: Community efforts continued, including fundraising and public awareness work; a reward for information has risen to $100,000, amplifying the urgency for credible tips

Who is Jonathan Hoang?

Jonathan is described by family and advocates as a kind, gentle young man who is legally an adult but developmentally younger and who has complex medical needs. He participates in an adult transitions program and uses public transit with support; he is not known to wander frequently, which led loved ones to fear that something unusual happened the night he left.

The Kirkland walk-a-thon: why it matters

A walk-a-thon held in Kirkland — timed around what would have been Jonathan’s 22nd birthday — was organized to raise awareness and keep the search momentum alive. The event traces a 4.1-mile loop beginning and ending at Juanita Beach Park, traveling through the South Juanita neighborhood where the possible surveillance sighting occurred. Organizers stress the walk’s goals: to share Jonathan’s story, distribute flyers, and encourage anyone with information to come forward to authorities.

How the community is helping

Neighbors, local nonprofits and volunteers have taken multiple actions to assist:

• Canvassing areas near the possible sighting and distributing flyers.

• Asking residents to check Ring, doorbell and security camera footage for March–June timestamps

• Organizing coordinated “call-out” moments where people step outside and call Jonathan’s name to help him respond if nearby

• Fundraising and a reward pool to incentivize credible tips

What investigators are saying

The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office continues to list Jonathan as a missing and endangered person. A lead detective is assigned to the case and investigators urge anyone who believes they have seen Jonathan to take a clear photo, call 911 immediately, ask the person their name, and note the direction they travel if the person leaves before deputies arrive. The sheriff’s office continues to accept tips and follow up as new information arrives.

Tips for the public: what to do if you think you’ve seen him

If you believe you have seen Jonathan:

1. Take a clear photo if it’s safe to do so.

2. Call 911 immediately so trained deputies can respond.

3. Ask the person, calmly, “Is your name Jonathan?” (only if it’s safe) and observe details such as clothing, direction of travel and whether the person has items like an iPad or personal belongings.

FAQs

Q: When was Jonathan Hoang last seen?
A: Jonathan was reported missing from his family’s Arlington home on March 31, 2025; he was last known to be home the night before and was discovered missing the following morning.

Q: Has there been any confirmed sighting?
A: Investigators have not confirmed identity from the Kirkland surveillance footage; it’s considered a possible sighting and has led to renewed canvassing and searches.

Q: Is there a reward for information?
A: Yes — donations have grown the reward to roughly $100,000 to encourage tips leading to Jonathan’s safe return.

Q: Who is leading the investigation?
A: The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office is the lead agency; they have assigned a lead detective and continue to investigate with the community’s help.

Q: How can I help if I live nearby?
A: Check personal security footage, join volunteer canvassing efforts as coordinated by community groups, share official missing-person flyers, and report any tips to 911. Do not attempt to confront anyone who appears suspicious—call authorities.

Conclusion

More than just a news item, Jonathan Hoang’s disappearance has become a community mission — neighbors, volunteers, advocates and law enforcement are all working to bring him home. The combination of a possible sighting, a high-reward incentive, and consistent community outreach keeps hope alive. If you live in or near Kirkland or Snohomish County and think you’ve seen Jonathan — or have footage from March through June — please contact 911 and share what you have. Even a small tip might be the clue that brings Jonathan back to his family