Ben Watson (mid 30s, Caucasian male, 5’10”) and hiking partner (Jiri, 50’s, last name unknown).
Missing since Saturday evening, Jan 17th 2026.
Last known location near Wilson Glacier, Mt. Rainier, Washington State.
Remote area. SAR (search and rescue teams) are engaged.
photo of Ben: https://i.imgur.com/8ntJxj6.jpeg
I don’t know his trail name, and I’m currently on a flight to Seattle so I can’t upload much. If anyone was in that vicinity this past weekend, he may have been wearing a highlighter green/yellow Outdoor Research jacket.
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