Woman in viral video claims to be missing Saipan girl Faloma Luhk

By Bryan Manabat

Saipan--  Fifteen years ago, Saipan was gripped by the mysterious disappearance of two girls, which prompted a massive search involving local and federal authorities.

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The residents' interest in the case was reignited anew following the viral circulation of a YouTube video of a casual interview with a woman, who claimed to be Faloma Luhk, one of the two Saipan sisters who vanished in 2011.

Faloma was 10 years old and her sister, Maleina Luhk, was 9 when they were last seen at a bus stop near their home in As Teo on May 25, 2011. The search was called off after a month. The girls were never found.

CNMI Gov. David M. Apatang advised the public to exercise caution in sharing or drawing conclusions from unverified information until official findings are released.

"We trust that all available information will be thoroughly assessed and verified through the appropriate investigative channels," he added.

Delegate Kimberlyn King‑Hinds said Wednesday she has forwarded the video to the FBI for review.

“I know that this investigation is a matter of great interest not just to the family but to our entire community,” she said. “At this point, it’s in the hands of the proper authorities. Let’s pray to God that these girls are safe.”

The video, titled “Faloma Luhk Found Alive After Being Reported Missing Since 10 (2011)” and posted by the channel Real Right and Uncut, shows a woman behaving erratically during an on‑camera encounter.

At one point, she states, “I’ve been missing,” and claims to be one of the Luhk sisters.

Law enforcement sources have since identified the woman as Mia Skyler Ayers, 25, who has a criminal record in North Carolina.

According to a report by Unplugged TV Media, Ayers was charged in Greensboro in connection with an armed robbery in which suspects allegedly held a victim at gunpoint and stole personal belongings. Public booking records list charges including robbery with firearms or other dangerous weapons and possession or receiving stolen property.

The YouTube clip has revived public interest in the Luhk sisters’ disappearance—especially in the CNMI, where the case remains one of the community’s most painful unresolved tragedies. Last month marked the 15th anniversary of the girls’ disappearance. This year, Maleina would be 24 and Faloma 25.

According to the FBI, Faloma was last seen wearing a light green shirt with a butterfly design and blue jeans. Maleina was last seen wearing a white blouse and blue jeans.

Authorities have not verified any link between Ayers and the 2011 disappearance.

A reward of up to $25,000 remains available for information leading to the sisters’ whereabouts. Anyone with information is urged to contact the FBI’s Saipan office at 670‑322‑6934.

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the governor's office, Apatang noted that national and local investigations into the Luhk sisters' disappearance are ongoing.

"We remain mindful of the profound impact this matter has had on the family, loved ones, and the broader community, and we recognize the importance of allowing investigative agencies to carry out their work without interference or speculation,” he said.

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