Overview

• The Chilpancingo–Chilapa Diocese confirmed the death of Father Bertoldo Pantaleón Estrada, who was reported missing after last being seen on October 4 in the community of Azcala.
• Guerrero’s state prosecutor’s office opened a criminal file for aggravated homicide and confirmed the victim’s identity.
• Authorities located the body at kilometer 199 of the Mexico–Acapulco federal highway in the municipality of Eduardo Neri, between Zumpango and the point known as Milpillas.
• A preliminary police report cited multiple gunshot wounds on the victim, with forensic work and investigative proceedings ongoing.
• Church officials had circulated a search notice and urged prayers, asked the public to avoid speculation, and called for information to support the investigation in a region with documented attacks on clergy.