Alarm on “the world’s most dangerous expedition”: what is known about TikToker Ash Dykes after more than 16 hours without contact in the Congo jungle

Welsh adventurer and TikTok influencer Ash Dykes, aged 35 with a following of over four million users, triggered widespread concern among his digital community after losing contact with his support team for more than 16 hours during an expedition in the Congo jungle.

The incident occurred during what has been described as "the most dangerous expedition in the world," drawing significant alarm online as followers and team members awaited updates on his status and safety in the remote environment.