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Japanese Volunteers Unite for Search of Missing American Student in Forest

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The search for 20-year-old James 'Weston' Higginbotham, who disappeared on May 29 in Japan, is gaining momentum as local citizens join efforts to locate him. Weston, an Auburn University student, went missing after an argument with his mother while celebrating his brother's graduation. Despite extensive searches by local police, including efforts hampered by recent weather, no signs of him have been found. His family has initiated a public appeal for experienced hikers to assist in the search, which is set to begin this Saturday. A GoFundMe campaign has raised over $40,000 to support the search efforts, highlighting the community's strong support and willingness to help.

Key Details: • Search for James Higginbotham begins Saturday with local volunteers. • GoFundMe campaign has raised over $40,000 for search efforts. • Volunteers from Tokyo are traveling to assist in the search. • Weston was last seen near the border of Kyoto and Shiga prefectures.

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