Missing American Airlines Flight Attendant’s Body Found in Colombia: Officials Confirm
Officials confirm a body was found in Colombia during the search for a missing American Airlines flight attendant. Medellín Mayor Federico Gutiérrez announced the discovery in a rural area south of the city. Authorities say the location lies between the municipalities of Jericó and Puente Iglesias.
Who was missing
The missing crew member is Eric Fernando Gutiérrez Molina, a 32-year-old U.S. citizen. He was based out of Dallas-Fort Worth and worked as an American Airlines flight attendant.
Molina arrived in Medellín on a flight from Miami on March 21, 2026. He failed to appear for a scheduled return flight on March 22, 2026 and was reported missing.
Timeline and last known movements
Officials say Molina was last seen in the La América neighborhood of Medellín. He also shared a location from an Airbnb in El Poblado on Sunday morning.
El Poblado is about 12 miles from José María Córdova International Airport. Friends said he was invited to go out, later appeared disoriented, and was taken to a medical center.
Discovery and next steps
The body believed to be Molina’s was transported to Medellín for identification and autopsy. Authorities have not released a cause of death.
Gutiérrez told local media he informed Molina’s father, who traveled to Colombia following the disappearance. The mayor said investigations by police and the Prosecutor’s Office are advanced.
Investigations and possible leads
There are no arrests reported so far. Officials say they have promising leads into those potentially responsible.
A press conference is scheduled for Saturday afternoon to provide further details about the case.
Family reaction
Molina’s partner described the past days as agonizing and uncertain. Loved ones had said they were losing hope as the search stretched on.
The family expressed gratitude for the local authorities’ efforts. They asked for privacy while identification and procedures continue.
The development brings renewed attention to the search for the missing American Airlines flight attendant and the confirmation that a body was found in Colombia. Filmogaz.com will follow updates from officials as the investigation continues.
