What are the odds?

On the evening news (NBC?) last night they said the Kim's car was stranded on the same logging road that the salesman that died 11 years ago was on. I like many American's saw that (Primetime or Dateline) story 5 or 6 years ago that detailed that guys story about how he sat there for 40+ days waiting for help & starved to death. I like many after watching it said I'm going to walk out if ever caught it that situation. I have since reconsidered & realize my odds are so much better to stay put. My memory is fuzzy on his story, but if I remember right one thing that is overlooked is that guy didn't have anyone that was expecting him back anytime soon. Even if you have altered your travel route without letting anyone know (big mistake) then most people have coworkers & family that would alert the authorities to start searching.