Authorities conducted search efforts for a missing 11-year-old known as Angel, following the discovery of his 17-year-old cousin Fernando’s body in a Madrid dumpster near the Hiper Usera shopping area on Calle General Ricardos, sometime around December 10. Rescue teams wore protective gear to shield against potentially dangerous gases released during waste removal, and heavy machinery was brought in to access the clogged pit where refuse had been dumped.
Both cousins disappeared on December 10, and their whereabouts were unknown until December 15, when Fernando’s body was located. The search teams immediately expanded their efforts, treating the voluntary disappearance as a leading line of inquiry while continuing to explore other possible explanations for the events.
After the incidents in Madrid, Angel’s family traveled to nearby Toledo and arrived at the bus station, planning to find a safe place for the night. They checked into a nearby hotel but were later seen in various parts of the city, including the Luz de Tajo commercial area. The Police have not released a public statement confirming or denying specifics of the case, keeping certain details confidential as investigations continue.
Fernando’s body was recovered on December 15 at the Toledo Ecopark. Investigators, who had already prioritized the possibility that the disappearance might be tied to foul play, began to consider whether the younger cousin could have met a similar fate. The case remains a focus for regional authorities as inquiries progress and more information becomes available through official channels.
According to sources linked to the Provincial Assembly, the facilities at the mentioned landfill are reported to be operating normally. Officials indicate that no items found fit the description of Angel’s belongings within the investigated dump site, and that some waste might be directed to other Ecopark storage areas. The evolving picture emphasizes the need for careful review of disposal practices and coordination across different municipal sites while authorities publish limited summaries to protect investigative integrity.
Families and local residents continue to await updates, hoping for clarification on timelines, potential leads, and any new evidence that could resolve the circumstances surrounding the disappearances. Public safety officials reiterate the importance of reporting any information that could aid investigators, and they remind communities to remain vigilant about environmental hazards at waste facilities during searches and relocations. Attribution: Provincial Assembly sources and law enforcement briefings.