"From what's being described to us, it sounds like it was a young person going through a very tough time in their life," he said."
"Salazar said one possibility investigators were working under regarding the teen's disappearance was the "fear of self-harm," and that there were some "indicators of suicidal ideation" and undiagnosed signs of depression."
"If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide, or worried about a friend or loved one, help is available. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 [TALK], or text TALK to 741-741 for free confidential emotional support 24 hours a day 7 days a week."
Camila Mendoza Olmos, 19, was found dead in a field about 100 yards from her home after being missing since Christmas Eve. The medical examiner determined a gunshot wound to the head caused her death and ruled it a suicide. A firearm was located at the scene; authorities reported a firearm belonging to a relative is missing and have not determined if it matches. Authorities noted indicators of suicidal ideation and possible undiagnosed depression. Surveillance and dashboard camera footage may show Mendoza Olmos walking near her home and rummaging through her car on the morning she disappeared; she left without her phone. Crisis hotline information was provided.
Read at ABC7 Los Angeles
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]