facial reconstruction
A serious case is unfolding along the coast of Costa da Morte as authorities appeal for public cooperation to help identify a woman whose body was recovered from the sea. The Civil Guard has made a direct appeal to residents and visitors, requesting information that could lead to a positive identification and the timely closure of this distressing matter.
The body was discovered on December 22 by local fishermen who were out approximately two nautical miles from the Sisargas Islands, near the town of Malpica de Bergantiños. The sighting occurred amid the quiet rhythms of daily fishing activity, when a routine outward search for marine life turned into a scene that prompted immediate investigation by law enforcement and forensic professionals alike. The scene was carefully secured to preserve any potential evidence that could later aid in identifying the deceased and understanding the circumstances surrounding the death.
The individual is described as a woman who appears to be in her 30s or 40s. She stands around 169 centimeters tall and has a brown complexion. Based on initial impressions, she is believed to be of South or Central American origin. Her physique is slender, with an estimated weight of about 65 kilograms, and she has thick, medium-length hair that is dark brown. She was found wearing jeans and a burgundy sweatshirt associated with a well-known fantasy series, a detail noted by investigators at the scene as part of the clothing description to aid identification.
Several distinguishing markings have been recorded by investigators. A piercing is present on the abdomen, and a cannabis leaf tattoo is observed as well as additional tattoos featuring tribal symbols placed on the front and back of the left hand, the front of the torso, and on the right side of the body. These features are key in the ongoing process of matching the physical description to potential missing persons cases and in guiding the facial reconstruction process that follows.
In response to the uncertainty surrounding the identity, investigators initiated a facial reconstruction project. The Civil Guard contacted the Facial Reconstruction and Identification Section at the Criminalistic Forensic Anthropology Field Identification Department. This step comes after multiple attempts by the Organic Unit of the A Coruña Judicial Police to establish the woman’s identity yielded no results. The facial reconstruction report is being prepared to provide a visual portrait that can be circulated to aid public recognition and to stimulate any potential witnesses who might recall her recent movements or associations.
Public assistance remains a crucial component of solving this case. Anyone who has information that could aid in confirming the identity of the deceased is encouraged to contact local authorities. Citizens can report tips through official channels and direct communications with the Civil Guard in the region, as the investigation continues to unfold. The purpose of these outreach efforts is to gather corroborating details, such as recent sightings, known acquaintances, or social connections, that might connect this case to a missing person file. The goal is to bring closure to a situation that has raised concern among the coastal communities and beyond.