San Antonio, December 31, 2025
Authorities discovered human remains near the home of a 19-year-old Texas teen, Camilla Mendez Olmos, who went missing on Christmas Eve. The remains were found just a few hundred yards from her residence, prompting an ongoing investigation by the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office. While foul play is not currently suspected, there are indications of self-harm. Dash cam footage released by authorities showed Olmos walking shortly before her disappearance, and efforts continue to identify the remains and understand the circumstances surrounding her case.
San Antonio
Human remains have been discovered near the home of Camilla Mendez Olmos, a 19-year-old Texas teen who vanished on Christmas Eve from San Antonio. The Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar confirmed the discovery on Tuesday, December 30, with authorities actively investigating to identify the body and its connection to Olmos.
Investigation Underway
The body was found in a field just a few hundred yards from Olmos’ residence in San Antonio. While awaiting official identification by the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office, Sheriff Salazar noted that foul play is not currently suspected, and there are some indicators that the death may have been the result of self-harm. Investigators had previously considered various possibilities regarding Olmos’ disappearance, including willingly leaving, self-harm, or being taken by someone.
As part of the ongoing search, authorities had released dash cam footage believed to show Olmos walking northbound on Wildhorse Parkway around 7:00 a.m. on Christmas Eve. This footage, captured by a passing driver, showed a figure whose clothing matched the description of what Olmos was last seen wearing. Sheriff Salazar requested that residents in the surrounding communities review their surveillance cameras for any additional footage.
Background of Disappearance
Camilla Mendez Olmos was last seen early on December 24, 2025, leaving her home on foot from the 1100 block of Caspian Spring in San Antonio. Her mother became concerned when Olmos, who routinely took morning walks, did not return within a reasonable timeframe and had left her cell phone at home. A missing person flyer was circulated following her disappearance, and a CLEAR alert was issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety. Olmos was described as being 5 feet, 4 inches tall and weighing about 110 pounds. She was last seen wearing a black hoodie, baby blue pajama bottoms, and white shoes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What was found near Camilla Mendez Olmos’ home?
- Human remains were found near the home of Camilla Mendez Olmos, a 19-year-old Texas teen who vanished on Christmas Eve from San Antonio.
- When were the human remains discovered?
- The discovery of the body was confirmed on Tuesday, December 30.
- Where was the body found?
- The body was found in a field just a few hundred yards from Olmos’ residence in San Antonio.
- When did Camilla Mendez Olmos go missing?
- Camilla Mendez Olmos was last seen early on December 24, 2025.
- Is foul play suspected in the discovery of the body?
- Foul play is not currently suspected, and there are some indicators that the death may have been the result of self-harm.
- Is there any footage related to Camilla Mendez Olmos’ disappearance?
- Authorities had released dash cam footage believed to show Olmos walking northbound on Wildhorse Parkway around 7:00 a.m. on Christmas Eve.
Key Details of the Investigation
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event | Discovery of human remains |
| Location of Discovery | Near the home of Camilla Mendez Olmos in San Antonio |
| Missing Person | Camilla Mendez Olmos (19-year-old Texas teen) |
| Date of Disappearance | December 24, 2025 (Christmas Eve) |
| Investigation Status | Ongoing, identification pending by Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office |
| Foul Play Suspected | Not currently suspected, indicators of self-harm present |
| Key Evidence | Dash cam footage believed to show Olmos walking northbound on Wildhorse Parkway |
| Last Seen Clothing | Black hoodie, baby blue pajama bottoms, white shoes |
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