dailyloe.com – A 32-year-old American Airlines flight attendant was found dead in Colombia on Friday. Fernando Gutierrez disappeared during a routine work layover in Medellín. His body was discovered between the towns of Jericó and Puente Iglesias. The U.S. Ambassador to Colombia and Gutierrez’s father were notified of the discovery. The cause of death remains officially undetermined.
A medical examiner is working to establish if Gutierrez was a victim of a crime. The flight attendant was last seen on Saturday night before his scheduled flight to Miami. He had reportedly shared his location from an Airbnb shortly before vanishing. Friends and coworkers subsequently filed a missing person report with Colombian authorities. American Airlines stated it was actively engaged with local law enforcement on the case.
The Association of Professional Flight Attendants confirmed it supported efforts to locate their colleague. This incident highlights risks for airline crews during international layovers. Medellín is a major city and a common layover destination for several airlines. The investigation is ongoing as officials await the medical examiner’s final report. No further details about potential suspects or motives have been released.[]
Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth
