The search for General Hospital actress Lindsey Pearlman has reached a tragic conclusion, the Guardian reports.

Five days after she disappeared, the Vicious actress' dead body was found in Los Angeles on Friday, February 18, a spokesperson for the Los Angeles Police Department. She was 43 years old.

Other details about the case, including the cause of her death, have not been released.

According to a missing persons alert previously issued by police, Lindsey was last seen on February 13 around midday local time near the Thai Town neighborhood of LA.

Investigators said in the alert that she "failed to return home," which raised alarm bells among her family and friends after no one had heard from her since she was last seen.

Her body was found about four miles away from her last sighting, with investigators saying she was discovered off Hollywood Boulevard.

Her cousin, Savannah Pearlman, tweeted on February 17 that the actress was "last pinged on Sunset blvd."

Savannah confirmed Lindsey had died on Friday, writing on Twitter, "I'm deeply sad to report that they have found Lindsey, and it was too late."

She added, "Lindsey was a fierce animal advocate and a talented actress."

Her agent said in a statement to E! News, "We are deeply saddened by Lindsey Pearlman's passing today. The family has asked for privacy during this difficult time while they process and grieve."

Lindsey was best known for her work on TV shows General Hospital and Chicago Justice. She also featured on Empire, Sneaky Pete, American Housewife, Selena: The Series and The Purge anthology series. Her most recent projects were BET+'s The Ms. Pat Show and Urbanflix's Vicious.

On her website, Lindsey was described as an "accomplished commercial actor" who graduated from the Second City Conservatory program and received improv training at Upright Citizens Brigade.

While working in Chicago, she appeared in theater productions of The Mousetrap, Trevor, and Never the Bridesmaid, for which she received a Joseph Jefferson Award for Outstanding Actress in a Principal Role.

"Lindsey loves 90's R&B," her website noted. "She is an activist for animals and humans. Her bat mitzvah bash is still the standard to which she holds all parties."

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Lindsey Pearlman's cause of death has been made public after an autopsy was conducted by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner.

Earlier this year, in February, the 43-year-old Empire actress went missing, with her dead body eventually being discovered in a vehicle five days after her disappearance. She was found near the entrance of Runyon Canyon Park, a well-known hiking trail in Hollywood.

Pearlman's death was ruled on Monday as suicide brought on by sodium nitrite toxicity, per a report obtained by People.

The report went on to say that "the presence of non-toxic levels of lorazepam, metoclopramide, and codeine" were detected in the late actress' system.

According to a missing person alert that had been issued by authorities, Pearlman had last been seen on February 13 around 12:00 PM local time near the Thai Town area of LA.

According to police, she "failed to return home," which raised alarm bells among her loved ones as no one had heard from her since she was last seen.

She was found dead about four miles away from her last sighting, with authorities saying at the time that she was discovered off Hollywood Boulevard.

Her cousin, Savannah Pearlman, tweeted on February 17 that the actress was "last pinged on Sunset blvd."

Savannah went on to confirm Pearlman had died, writing on Twitter: "I'm deeply sad to report that they have found Lindsey, and it was too late."

She added: "Lindsey was a fierce animal advocate and a talented actress."

The actress' agent said in a statement to E! News at the time: "We are deeply saddened by Lindsey Pearlman's passing today. The family has asked for privacy during this difficult time while they process and grieve."

Pearlman was best known for her TV show appearances, with her credits including General Hospital and Chicago Justice.

She also appeared on Empire, Sneaky Pete, American Housewife, Selena: The Series, and The Purge anthology series. Her most recent projects were BET+'s The Ms. Pat Show and Urbanflix's Vicious.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out for help and contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255, text HOME to 741741, or visit SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources.

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The cause of death for Jacklyn Zeman, best known for starring in General Hospital, has been revealed after she sadly passed away at the age of 70.

The late actress' death was first announced by the TV show’s executive producer, Frank Valentini, on Wednesday (May 10).

Taking to Twitter, the 60-year-old wrote: "On behalf of our @GeneralHospital family, I am heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved @JackieZeman."

"Just like her character, the legendary Bobbie Spencer, she was a bright light and true professional that brought so much positive energy with her to work," he added.

He continued in a second tweet: "Jackie will be greatly missed, but her positive spirit will always live on with our cast and crew. We send our heartfelt sympathy to her loved ones, friends, and family, especially her daughters Cassidy and Lacey."

Zeman played the role of nurse Barbara Jean - known as Bobbie - on the daytime soap opera for 45 years. Her older brother on the show was Luke Spencer, played by Anthony Geary.

The TV series shared a heartbreaking statement on its social media. They penned: "Jacklyn Zeman has been a beloved member of the ‘General Hospital’ and ABC family since she originated the iconic role of Bobbie Spencer over 45 years ago."

"She leaves behind a lasting legacy for her Emmy-nominated portrayal of the bad girl turned heroine and will always be remembered for her kind heart and radiant spirit," they added.

According to Zeman's family, the actress tragically died of cancer, as reported by ABC News.

The star appeared on the TV series for over four decades and left a lasting impact on her co-stars. Some have taken to their social media to post emotional tributes about her legacy.

General Hospital alum Rick Springfield heartwarmingly penned: "Incredibly stunned and broken-hearted to hear of Jackie’s passing. Such a truly kind soul with no touch of the diva and only sweet things to say about everyone."

"She was the one, along with Gloria Monty, who helped launch my ’80s career when after the screen test along with several other hopeful young men Gloria asked Jackie who she thought would make a good Noah Drake and God bless her if Jackie didn’t say me," he continued.

"Love to your spirit as it ascends, sweet girl. You left your mark on many of us and you will not be forgotten," he added.

Zeman first joined the cast of General Hospital in 1977 and went on to appear in 880 episodes, per IMDb. She even received four Daytime Emmy Awards nominations for her stellar role and one for playing Sofia Madison in The Bay.

The Misguided actress' portrayal of Bobbie touched many people's hearts. The character had worked as a teen prostitute and gave up her baby for adoption, but had managed to turn her life around and became a nurse at General Hospital.

As cited by ABC News, she spoke about the significance of her character during an interview in 1982 and said: "Bobbie has been a fascinating person for me to play. I get to do ... all the things that most women think about but wouldn’t dare."

Our thoughts continue to be with Zeman's family, friends, and fans at this time.

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Police believe chilling new evidence could lead to the body of a missing California woman.

As reported by ABC 7 News, 27-year-old Alexis Gabe went missing after last being seen on January 26 in Antioch, California. Her vehicle was later found abandoned on Trenton Street in Oakley, with the keys still in the ignition.

Officials say the last person to see Gabe alive was her ex-boyfriend, 27-year-old Marshall Curtis Jones. However, when police tried to arrest him at an apartment complex in Seattle, Washington, on June 1, Jones allegedly charged at officers with a knife - leading to them fatally shooting him.

On Thursday (July 7), police revealed that Gabe's parents received copies of notes investigators believe were handwritten by Jones.

Investigators believe Jones could have turned off his cell phone while driving to the remote area of Pioneer - around 60 miles east of Sacramento - in order to dispose of his ex-girlfriend's body. However, when Jones turned the device back on, police were able to pinpoint him in the area.

Gwyn Gabe, Alexis's father said: "His phone was there... It pinged around that area... we thought it was something to throw police off."

The handwritten notes contain detailed but cryptic directions - specifying left and right turns, timings, locations, and landmarks. One scrawling reads "pay attention to signs" and another adds "elementary school note far". Police say the directions end on a rural road in the Sierra foothills up in Amador County.

This led to police scouring the Pioneer area, with Gwyn Gabe revealing that investigators and volunteers have already searched nearly 200 acres of land. Additionally, over eight million gallons of water was drained from a nearby pond - but unfortunately, police have found nothing.

Following Jones' death, a friend came forward to police and informed them that Jones had called him two weeks prior to Gabe's disappearance. A letter from police, per ABC 7 News, states that this friend revealed that Jones was "thinking about killing Alexis and wanted to know where the best place to hide a body would be."

The letter adds that this friend and Jones both agreed that "the best place to dispose of a body would be by placing it in a septic tank or burying the body in a forest area."

Despite police investigating Alexis' disappearance as a potential homicide, her father tells KGO: "Until we find a body we’re just going to keep believing that she’s still alive."

Our thoughts continue to go out to Alexis's family and loved ones at this time.

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Hannah Kobayashi has been found safe after disappearing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) last month.

The 31-year-old Hawaii woman's family confirmed the news in a statement shared with DailyMail.com on Wednesday (December 11), expressing relief and gratitude while requesting privacy during this challenging time.

“We are incredibly relieved and grateful that Hannah has been found safe,” the family’s statement read. “This past month has been an unimaginable ordeal for our family, and we kindly ask for privacy as we take the time to heal and process everything we have been through.

“We want to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported us during this difficult time. Your kindness and concern have meant the world to us.”

Mysterious Disappearance at LAX

Kobayashi vanished on November 8 while traveling from Hawaii to New York City for a “bucket list” trip.

Shortly after her disappearance, investigators determined that she had voluntarily left the airport, purchasing a bus ticket to the U.S.-Mexico border. Surveillance footage later showed her crossing into Tijuana on foot between November 12 and 13.

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) announced earlier this month that Kobayashi had “knowingly departed” and was “voluntarily missing".

However, her family publicly disputed this, maintaining they were unaware of her whereabouts and concerned for her safety. The family said they had not seen the surveillance footage until December 2.

The search for Kobayashi became increasingly fraught and more high profile in the press, with her father, 58-year-old Ryan Kobayashi, flying to Los Angeles to assist.

On November 24, Mr Kobayashi was found dead at a car park near Los Angeles International Airport. The following day, authorities revealed that he had intentionally killed himself.

Despite law enforcement’s findings, the family remained steadfast in their efforts, urging the public and authorities to continue the search.

Speculation and Controversy

The case drew widespread attention, with scrutiny intensifying after it was revealed that the family had raised money to fund the search even after police determined Kobayashi was not missing. In response to backlash, the family reiterated their belief that her disappearance was uncharacteristic and expressed gratitude for law enforcement’s efforts.

“We are deeply grateful for the urgency and dedication law enforcement has shown in investigating Hannah's disappearance,” the family said in a statement shared online by NewsNation correspondent Brian Entin.

“Our family remains hopeful that Hannah is safe and urges everyone to continue the search. We want answers and a resolution that ensures Hannah's safety and urge law enforcement and the public to stay focused on finding her and to avoid speculative conclusions.”

Reports of Green Card Marriage Scam

As the investigation unfolded, reports emerged linking Kobayashi’s disappearance to a possible green card marriage scam. Sources told LA Magazine that Kobayashi may have been scammed out of proceeds related to the scheme. Documents related to her marriage, allegedly discovered by her mother, were reportedly handed over to law enforcement.

According to LA Magazine, Kobayashi and her then-partner arrived at LAX on November 8 with plans to board a connecting flight. Her legal husband and his partner were reportedly traveling with them, raising further questions about her situation.

Per the Metro, Hannah reportedly sent one of her loved ones a message that read: "I got tricked pretty much into giving away all my funds for someone I thought I loved."

However, Los Angeles police Chief Jim McDonnell said earlier this month that there was no evidence that Kobayashi was a victim of human trafficking or another crime.

"We have basically done everything we can do at this point. She has left the country and in another nation now," he said and urged a "simple message" from her, saying: "My ask would be to anybody considering doing this, think about the people you’re leaving behind, your loved ones who are going to be worried sick about you."

Despite the circulating conspiracies regarding Hannah's whereabouts, her family remained resolute, urging the public to avoid speculation and focus on verified information about the case.

“Spreading awareness and sharing verified information about her case is crucial, and we deeply appreciate your continued support in these efforts,” they stated.

While the full details of Kobayashi’s disappearance remain unclear, her safe return has brought relief to her family and those who followed the case closely.

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