In a quiet Canarian town, a long-untold family story ends in a shocking discovery
years passed before anyone learned the fate of a woman living quietly in her own apartment. A cousin from the Canary Islands reached out about a family matter and, in the process, revealed that no one had seen or heard from the woman in years. The startling discovery came last Thursday when Civil Guard agents found a mummified body in a house on a quiet street. The neighborhood had remained unaware of the woman’s devastating end until that moment, and the quiet street was left to ponder the mystery that had unfolded behind closed doors.
Based on the condition of the remains and the investigative steps taken, authorities believe the death occurred years ago. The exact timing remains uncertain, pending the full autopsy and toxicology workups, which are standard in cases where the timeline is unclear. Local press reports cited sources familiar with the investigation, noting that the death was attributed to natural causes. The description aligns with the preliminary conclusions reported by regional outlets, including details shared by the press group involved with the case.
The Canary Islands police were alerted when the cousin, who still holds ties to the deceased, explained that she had not been able to contact her relative for several years. She had attempted to share information about a family matter but could not reach the woman. Another brother who previously cared for her had died some time earlier, leaving no other close family members readily able to provide updates. Following the report, Civil Guard officers began a thorough search for the woman’s whereabouts and, after obtaining judicial authorization, proceeded to the residence in Luanco on Hermanos González Blanco street. There, authorities, joined by a guard court team from Avilés, discovered the mummified remains concealed within the home.
The woman was found in the living room, and there were no signs of violence reported at the scene. Early assessments pointed toward natural causes as the likely explanation, though a definitive determination awaits the autopsy results. The apartment had been tightly closed, with shutters drawn, suggesting the residents had limited contact with neighbors in the period leading up to the discovery. Local sources noted the woman’s solitary lifestyle and described her as someone who maintained a reserved routine. She was known to have a strong interest in Tarot and was cared for by a brother who had already passed away. It was also mentioned that she maintained another residence in Oviedo at some point in her life.
As the investigation continues, authorities are expected to publish a formal report detailing the timeline, the condition of the remains, and the reasons behind the prolonged absence of any contact with family or friends. In cases like this, the path from discovery to a conclusive cause of death involves careful analysis, including genetic and toxicology testing, to confirm the initial assessment and to provide closure for the family, neighbors, and the wider community.