Disturbing Discovery: Woman Found Tied to Tree on Pebble Beach Trail, Authorities Investigate

Incident on Pebble Beach Trail

Source: SFGATE

Discovery of the Woman

• A woman was found tied to a tree on a hiking trail in Pebble Beach on December 4, 2024.
• Passersby reported hearing cries for help, prompting a call to the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office.

Details of the Incident

• The woman reported that she was being followed by a suspicious male armed with a gun.
• She was tied to the tree for approximately two hours before being discovered by two hikers.
• Authorities have stated that she was not injured, assaulted, or robbed during the ordeal.

Ongoing Investigation

• The sheriff's office has initiated a search for the suspect described by the woman as a male in his 30s with a tattoo on his neck.
• Drones were deployed in the search effort, but authorities have assured there is "no active threat to the community."
• Witnesses, especially a woman seen walking a large black dog nearby, are being sought for additional information.

Contact Information

Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact the Monterey County Sheriff's Office at 831-755-5111.