Family of Texas teen speak out in heartbreaking tribute after she vanished on Christmas Eve

Camila Mendoza Olmos found dead – death ruled as suicide

On Wednesday, the body that was found in the field was identified as Camila Mendoza Olmos. According to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, he medical examiner determined that Olmos died of a gunshot wound to the head. Her death was ruled a suicide.

“From what’s being described to us, it sounds like it was a young person going through a very tough time in their life,” Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said. “This is certainly not the outcome we were hoping for.”

Camila Mendoza Olmos. Credit: ABC News
Camila Mendoza Olmos. Credit: ABC News

On New Year’s Eve, a person identifying herself as Mendoza Olmo’s cousin, Nancy Olmo, posted a heartbreaking tribute to the late 19-year-old on Facebook.

“In the name of the Olmos family, we want to give a humble and heartfelt thank you to all the news reporters, police detectives, FBI, churches, friends, family, and many other communities for your support and prayers. Our beloved Camila Mendoza Olmos is now with the Good Lord,” she wrote. Continue reading…

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