Body believed to be missing flight attendant found in Colombia

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March 27, 2026
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A body believed to be missing American Airlines flight attendant Eric Fernado Gutierrez Molina was found in Colombia.

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A body believed to be American Airlines flight attendant Eric Fernado Gutierrez Molina has been found in Colombia, ending a search that began when he disappeared Sunday during a night out with colleagues on a layover. Gutierrez Molina went missing while socializing with coworkers, prompting authorities to launch an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his disappearance. The discovery provides potential closure for his family and the airline, though authorities have not yet confirmed the body's identity or disclosed the cause of death. The case underscores safety concerns for airline crew members during international layovers in regions with elevated crime rates.

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