Police say they are urgently investigating new witness accounts indicating that Camila Mendoza Olmos may have been stalked in the days leading up to her disappearance.
According to multiple neighbors, a male student—whose identity has not been released—was seen following Camila for an extended period, repeatedly approaching her in public areas and attempting to climb into her car on more than one occasion.
What Witnesses Say They Saw
Residents told investigators they observed the same individual:
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Walking several paces behind Camila on repeated days
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Waiting near her parked vehicle for long periods
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Approaching her as she unlocked her car
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Reaching for the door handle and attempting to get inside
“It didn’t look like a conversation,” one neighbor said. “It looked like she was trying to leave, and he kept coming closer.”
Several witnesses said Camila appeared visibly uncomfortable and tried to avoid engagement.
Why This Changes the Investigation
Until now, authorities had not publicly confirmed evidence of stalking behavior. Investigators say the consistency of the accounts—and the repeated nature of the encounters—has prompted a significant escalation of the case.
Detectives are now:
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Reviewing nearby CCTV footage frame by frame
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Identifying the student through campus and neighborhood records
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Determining whether any prior reports or complaints were filed
“Repeated attempts to enter someone’s vehicle is a major red flag,” a law-enforcement source said. “This is not incidental contact.”
No Suspect Named—Yet
Police emphasized that no individual has been formally identified or charged. The term “student” reflects how witnesses described the person’s appearance and routine, not an official designation.
Authorities cautioned against speculation while they work to corroborate accounts with video, phone data, and location records.
What’s Really Going On?
Investigators are now exploring whether the behavior reflects:
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Targeted stalking
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An attempted abduction
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Or a broader pattern involving prior surveillance
Police confirmed they are also checking whether Camila altered her routines or sought help before she went missing.
What Comes Next
Authorities urge anyone who saw Camila in the days before her disappearance—or who recognizes the described behavior—to contact police immediately. Additional updates are expected as investigators identify the individual and determine his connection, if any, to Camila’s disappearance.
“These reports may be the missing piece,” an investigator said. “And we’re treating them that way.”
