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Chet Hanks Stranded in Colombia, Seeks U.S. Help

3/4/2026

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  • Chet Hanks, a dual U.S.-Greek citizen, is stranded in Colombia and seeks help to return to the United States after an airport told him a U.S. passport is needed to re-enter.
  • He traveled from Puerto Rico for a friend's birthday and then visited Medellín.
  • The nearest U.S. embassy is in Bogotá, about 260 miles away.
  • Hanks expressed frustration in an Instagram video, saying he feels stuck.