The FBI has issued a reward of $5,000 for information leading to the capture of Donald Steven Lang, a Canadian sailor charged with multiple counts of lewd conduct and sexual battery against a minor in Idaho. Lang, 62, has an alleged history of sexual offenses occurring between 2003 and 2007 in Kootenai County, Idaho. His situation gained urgency as he is suspected to have fled to the ocean, making it difficult for law enforcement to apprehend him.

Lang was last spotted in January 2025 on his sailboat named ISHI, which he is believed to be using as he sails around the world, with Hawaii cited as his home base. His tendency to take “odd jobs” while at sea complicates the situation, as he could be readily moving from place to place without much notice. As international waters are involved, the challenge for authorities grows, emphasizing the need for cooperation from the public to locate him.

The case raises significant concerns regarding the safety of minors and the implications of allowing individuals with such serious charges to roam freely, especially in a mobile lifestyle like sailing. The FBI is urging anyone who may have seen Lang or his sailboat to come forward, highlighting the importance of community vigilance in apprehending fugitives wanted for crimes against children and ensuring they face justice.