Sheriff Salazar confirmed that the body found in northwest Bexar County is Camila Mendoza Olmos, missing since Christmas Eve, with investigations ongoing.
SAN ANTONIO — Sheriff Javier Salazar confirmed Wednesday a body found Tuesday afternoon in a field in northwest Bexar County was that of a missing 19-year-old woman whose disappearance prompted a massive search and nationwide interest.
Camila Mendoza Olmos was last seen on Christmas Eve when her mother reported her missing from their home in the Wildhorse subdivision north of Loop 1604 on the far northwest side.
The discovery was made just before 5 p.m. Tuesday on private property owned by a landscaping company off FM 1560, close to the area where Camila was last seen.
Sheriff Salazar also confirmed the cause of death was suicide by gunshot wound.
Throughout the search, the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office was aware that a firearm belonging to a family member was missing. Investigators believe Camila took the gun with her on the morning of Christmas Eve. Officials have not confirmed whether that firearm was recovered Tuesday.
Camila was last believed to have been seen on dashcam footage walking near her home. Earlier that morning, she was also captured on a home surveillance camera standing in the driveway near her car.
Sheriff Salazar said the FBI assisted investigators by examining Camila’s phone and iPad, which were left behind at her home.
“This was a young person going through a very tough time in their life and going through some emotional issues,” Salazar said. “There were some indicators of suicidal ideations as well.”
In a Facebook post Tuesday, New Burnin’ Bush LLC, the company that owns the property where the body was found, expressed concern and prayers for the family. The business announced it would close on December 31 out of respect for the investigation and those involved.
The company also stated it is cooperating with investigators and plans to allow members of the public onto the property to pay their respects once the investigation is complete.