San Antonio, Texas, December 31, 2025
Authorities in San Antonio have discovered a body near the residence of 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos, who has been missing since Christmas Eve. The identity and cause of death are pending confirmation. The search team from Bexar County Sheriff’s Office and FBI found the body in a previously searched area, and a firearm linked to Olmos’ home was also discovered nearby. While foul play is not suspected, authorities are considering self-harm as a possible cause of death.
San Antonio, Texas
Authorities Discover Body Near Home of Missing Teen Camila Mendoza Olmos
San Antonio authorities have found a body near the residence of 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos, who has been missing since Christmas Eve. The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is awaiting confirmation of the body’s identity and cause of death.
Discovery Details
On December 30, 2025, around 4:30 p.m., a joint search team from the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office and the FBI located the body in a field approximately a few hundred yards from Olmos’ home in northwest San Antonio. The area had been previously searched but was revisited due to tall grass obstructing visibility. A firearm was found near the body, which matched the description of a gun reported missing from Olmos’ residence. Authorities do not suspect foul play and are considering self-harm as a possible cause of death. The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office is working to confirm the body’s identity and determine the cause and manner of death. This process is expected to take several days.
Background on the Disappearance
Camila Mendoza Olmos was last seen on the morning of December 24, 2025, leaving her home in the 11000 block of Caspian Spring. She was wearing a black hoodie, baby blue pajama bottoms, and white shoes. Authorities released dash camera footage showing a figure walking north on Wildhorse Parkway around 7 a.m. on Christmas Eve, which they believe may be Olmos. The footage was brightened by editing to enhance visibility. Olmos left behind her cell phone and iPad. The FBI has assisted the sheriff’s office in reviewing digital evidence. The Department of Homeland Security has also scanned outbound flights and border crossings for Olmos, but no details have been shared. The sheriff’s office has asked residents and commuters of the Wildhorse Parkway and Caspian Spring intersection to contact them at 210-335-6000 or email BCSOTips@bexar.org.
Investigation and Community Response
The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, along with the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security, has been actively involved in the search for Olmos. The community has also participated by distributing missing-person flyers and providing information to authorities. The sheriff’s office continues to encourage the public to come forward with any information that may assist in the investigation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the current status of the investigation into Camila Mendoza Olmos’ disappearance?
Authorities have found a body near Olmos’ home and are awaiting confirmation of its identity and cause of death. The investigation is ongoing, and no foul play is suspected at this time.
When was Camila Mendoza Olmos last seen?
Olmos was last seen on the morning of December 24, 2025, leaving her home in the 11000 block of Caspian Spring in northwest San Antonio.
What should I do if I have information about Camila Mendoza Olmos?
If you have any information, please contact the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office at 210-335-6000 or email BCSOTips@bexar.org.
Key Features of the Case
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Missing Person | Camila Mendoza Olmos, 19, last seen on December 24, 2025, in northwest San Antonio. |
| Discovery | Body found on December 30, 2025, near Olmos’ home; identity and cause of death pending confirmation. |
| Investigation | Joint effort by Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, FBI, and Department of Homeland Security; no foul play suspected. |
| Public Assistance | Community involvement through distributing missing-person flyers; authorities encourage public to provide information. |
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