Missing American Journalist Alec Luhn Found Alive in Norwegian National Park After Intense Search Operation

American journalist Alec Luhn, who vanished during a hike in a Norwegian national park, has been located alive, as confirmed by the Norwegian Red Cross.

On Wednesday, a helicopter crew discovered Luhn near Folgefonna National Park and transported him for medical attention, according to an update posted by the organization.

Veronika Silchenko, Luhn’s wife, expressed relief after speaking with local news outlet VG by phone following her husband’s discovery, stating, “We are incredibly relieved! Many thanks to everyone in Norway who aided in his rescue.”

Upon being found, Luhn was reported to have sustained injuries to his legs. Svein Buer, an emergency manager for Hardanger police, confirmed this information.

Luhn’s wife reported him missing on Monday after he failed to board his scheduled return flight. Silchenko had last spoken with her husband on Thursday, as he embarked on his hike. However, due to the unpredictable nature of phone signal in remote areas, she did not express significant concern until several days later.

Earlier on Wednesday, the Norwegian Red Cross announced that the search for Luhn had recommenced at dawn and mobilized a large team of volunteers, including specialized climbing teams and drones. The search efforts commenced on Monday and expanded by Tuesday. Ingeborg Thorsland, a spokesperson for the Norwegian Red Cross, previously informed CNN that the operation covered a vast area and was complicated due to heavy rainfall affecting navigation.

The 38-year-old journalist has contributed to various outlets such as National Geographic, The Guardian, The New York Times, and The Atlantic. Currently based in London, he previously lived in Moscow and Istanbul.

This story is still developing and will be updated accordingly.