On October 31, a 22-year-old girl named Huang Mouqian from Shenzhen went missing after entering the Helan Mountain National Forest Park in Ningxia. Her disappearance captured the attention of netizens, raising concerns about her safety. Recent updates have confirmed that she has been located, but tragically, she has lost her life.
By 4 PM on November 3, Huang’s family informed reporters that the search for her had concluded with the devastating news of her passing. A member of the search and rescue team also confirmed to media outlets that the operation to locate the young woman had reached its end, but they were not in a position to disclose detailed information regarding her circumstances.
According to a public notice issued by the Public Security Bureau of Helan County in Yinchuan, Ningxia, on November 4, authorities received a report around 4 PM on November 2 concerning Huang’s disappearance in the Helan Mountain National Forest Park. Consequently, police, along with firefighters, emergency services, tourism and cultural department personnel, and staff from the scenic area, initiated a search and rescue effort.
Investigators learned through interviews along the route and by reviewing surveillance footage that Huang had arrived at the Helan Mountain National Forest Park solo at 9:18 AM on October 31. By 1:57 PM the same day, she had crossed a safety railing near the Yaoyuelang in the eastern part of Qingsong Ridge, leading into a protected area of the Helan Mountain, after which she was no longer seen.
The following day, on November 3, rescue teams discovered Huang’s body beneath a cliff on the eastern side of Qingsong Ridge within the National Forest Park. Emergency medical personnel from 120, the local emergency services, confirmed that she was without vital signs upon their arrival. Currently, investigations are ongoing, along with the necessary administrative actions.
Previously reported incidents indicated that Huang, from Guangdong Province in Shenzhen, had left behind her backpack and glasses in the mountains, which had been found by rescuers before they located her. In a heartfelt appeal, her mother urged local hikers, villagers, and drivers to assist in the search for her daughter, showing the widespread concern of the community for her well-being.
This heartbreaking event highlights the potential dangers present in natural parks and underscores the importance of safety precautions while exploring such environments. As the investigation continues, it serves as a stark reminder for both locals and visitors to prioritize safety in their outdoor adventures.