Kayla Unbehaun Found After Four Years
Kayla Unbehaun, who went missing in North Carolina in 2017 and was featured on Netflix’s Unsolved Mysteries, has been found alive at age fifteen.
“Many people who have been following her case… will be relieved to hear this happy news.”
Discovery and Arrest
A stranger in Asheville spotted Kayla while shopping and “promptly called the police,” leading to her safe recovery.
Afterward, her mother Heather Unbehaun was arrested on a fugitive charge, though details remain unclear.
Family Reunited
Kayla’s biological father, Ryan Iskerka, expressed mixed emotions, saying he “would like some space” as they process her return after years apart.
Power of Media and Community
Unsolved Mysteries helped raise awareness, showing how media and public vigilance matter. A bystander’s quick action “serves as an example of the impact of a caring community.” Kayla’s story is “one of perseverance and optimism,” giving hope to families of missing persons everywhere.
