A Mother's Plea: “My Darling, Please Come Home” — Camila Mendoza Olmos's Mother Speaks Out Amid Ongoing Search

As the search for 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos enters its second week, her mother, Rosario Olmos, has made an emotional public appeal, sobbing as she begged: “My darling, please come home.” Rosario's heartfelt words, shared through interviews and family statements, capture the profound anguish of a family shattered by Camila's sudden disappearance on Christmas Eve morning in northwest Bexar County, Texas.

The plea comes amid new developments, including the release of dashcam footage believed to show Camila walking alone shortly after leaving home—reinforcing theories that she departed voluntarily for a walk. However, speculation about her ex-boyfriend has swirled online, with family members dismissing rumors of involvement as “fake news.” Authorities emphasize mental health concerns while not ruling out foul play, as the multi-agency effort intensifies into the new year.

Rosario Olmos's Heart-Wrenching Appeal

Rosario Olmos has been at the forefront of the family's public cries for help. In interviews with local media, she described the disappearance as “the most terrible day of my life,” expressing disbelief that her daughter—known for her warmth and close family ties—would vanish without a trace.

“I only ask God to please bring her back home,” Rosario told reporters shortly after the CLEAR Alert was issued on Christmas Eve. Speaking through tears, she directly addressed Camila: “Please bring her back to us, or if my girl is watching, come back.” Her words underscore a mother's desperate hope, rooted in faith and the belief that Camila could return on her own.

Family members, including aunt Nancy Olmos, have echoed this sentiment. “We want her back at our house. We can’t live without you, baby,” Nancy said during a search effort. Rosario has repeatedly called for community prayers, urging people of all faiths to intercede for Camila's safe return.

These pleas have resonated widely, with vigils and prayer circles organized in San Antonio. Friends describe Camila as “full of love,” always smiling and deeply involved in church activities—a portrait that makes her prolonged absence all the more confounding.

New CCTV and Dashcam Footage: Shifting Focus

A significant update came on December 30, 2025, when Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar announced the discovery of dashcam video from a commuter heading to work. The footage, captured around 7 a.m. on Christmas Eve, shows a lone pedestrian—matching Camila's description and clothing—walking northbound on Wildhorse Parkway, approximately two blocks from her home in the 11000 block of Caspian Spring.

This is now considered Camila's last confirmed sighting, building on earlier Ring doorbell footage from a neighbor showing her searching inside her parked vehicle around 6:58 a.m. The new video has “changed previous theories” by providing a clearer direction of travel, prompting expanded searches in nearby greenbelts, parks, and open areas.

Sheriff Salazar noted the footage depicts her walking alone, with no visible signs of distress or accompaniment. This has bolstered the possibility that Camila left voluntarily—perhaps extending her usual morning walk—while leaving her phone (turned off at home), car, and most belongings behind.

Authorities continue to appeal for additional surveillance footage from the area, urging residents to check doorbell cameras and dashcams.

Rumors Surrounding the Ex-Boyfriend

Amid the uncertainty, online speculation has pointed to Camila's recent ex-boyfriend, with some social media users suggesting involvement. However, family members have firmly rebuffed these claims.

In a December 30 appearance on FOX & Friends, aunt Nancy Olmos called rumors linking the ex-boyfriend to the disappearance “fake news.” She emphasized that the breakup was mutual and amicable, noting the families have been close for decades. No reports indicate the ex-boyfriend has been named a suspect or person of interest; authorities have stated that everyone close to Camila, including him, is cooperating fully.

Sheriff Salazar has not publicly addressed these rumors directly but has stressed that foul play remains a possibility alongside self-harm or voluntary departure. The area's proximity to routes associated with human trafficking has fueled broader concerns, though no evidence supports abduction.

Ongoing Search and Community Response

As of December 31, 2025, Camila remains missing, with searches involving hundreds of volunteers, drones, cadaver dogs, the FBI (assisting with digital forensics), and Homeland Security (monitoring borders and flights). Mental health is a key concern: officials have disclosed a history of depression and suicidal ideation, though her father, Alfonso Mendoza, disputes awareness of severe struggles.

Alfonso, who lives nearby and saw Camila the day before, told CBS News: “I miss her,” while holding onto hope. Brother Carlos flew in immediately, and relatives traveled 17 hours from California to join ground searches.

The family insists running away is “not like her,” portraying Camila as a “daddy’s girl” who openly expressed love. A $1,000 reward is offered for information leading to her safe return.

Camila is described as 5'4″, 110 pounds, with brown hair and eyes. She was last seen in a baby-blue and black hoodie, baby-blue pajama bottoms or shorts, and white shoes.

A Family's Unending Vigil

Rosario Olmos's sobs and pleas encapsulate the nightmare that has overshadowed the holidays. “My darling, please come home,” she implores, a message amplified by loved ones and a community united in prayer.

While the dashcam footage offers a glimpse of Camila's final movements—alone and on foot—it has not altered the urgency. Theories range from a mental health crisis to unforeseen dangers, but hope persists.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office at (210) 335-6000 or [email protected]. As 2025 ends, the search for Camila Mendoza Olmos continues—a mother's plea echoing into the new year.