Bodies Discovered During Mexico Search for missing Australian Brothers
Reports indicate that three bodies have been discovered in northern Mexico, where two Australian brothers and a friend have gone missing.
According to sources familiar with the investigation, Mexican authorities found the bodies in the Baja Peninsula. The identities of the bodies have not been confirmed yet.
Callum and Jake Robinson from Perth, both in their 30s, were on a surfing holiday in the area when they failed to check into their pre-arranged accommodation near Ensenada.
Debra Robinson, their mother, reached out for assistance in locating her sons and their American friend who were last heard from on April 27.
She mentioned that Callum, who is a type one diabetic, adds a medical urgency to the situation.
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The state’s chief prosecutor, María Elena Andrade Ramírez, mentioned that three individuals were questioned in connection to the missing trio, but the search efforts were hindered due to delays in the investigation.
She expressed regret over the late filing of the disappearance report, leading to crucial hours being lost.
Authorities discovered a burnt-out white ute and abandoned tents believed to belong to the missing individuals.
Ms. Andrade Ramírez confirmed the retrieval of a mobile phone belonging to one of the missing men, which aided in the investigation.
The Australian Embassy in Mexico City is collaborating with the Australian Federal Police on the missing brothers’ case, as stated by officials from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
The family of the Robinson brothers is en route from Perth to Mexico to be closer to the ongoing investigation.
Officials cautioned travelers to exercise caution in Baja California due to the prevalence of violent crime in the region.
Given the presence of drug cartels, the state’s chief prosecutor emphasized that all leads were being pursued.
In a tragic incident in 2015, WA surfers Adam Coleman and Dean Lucas were killed by gang members in Sinaloa, underscoring the risks in the area.
Australian leaders have expressed their concerns for the missing surfers’ well-being and have extended their hopes for a safe return. with Reuters
