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Body Recovered at Tempe Construction Site Believed to Be Missing 91-Year-Old Apolonio Romero

Police ask for patience pending Medical Examiner confirmation.

Overview

  • Tempe police reported a Jan. 14 recovery at a construction site near N. McClintock and Weber Drives.
  • The remains are believed to be those of 91-year-old Apolonio Romero, who was reported missing on Jan. 3.
  • Identity and cause of death await determination by the Medical Examiner.
  • Family members, volunteers, Tempe Fire, the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, Scottsdale Police, and Salt River Police participated in the search.
  • Officials have not released details on how the body was discovered as the investigation continues.