The medical examiner has released the autopsy findings in the death of Camila Mendoza Olmos, concluding that she did not die from a gunshot wound. Instead, investigators say the injuries on her body reveal a different—and deeply troubling—cause of death, one that forensic experts say originated from actions attributed to her boyfriend.
What the Autopsy Found
According to officials briefed on the report, Camila’s injuries show no ballistic trauma. Instead, examiners documented:
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Patterned soft-tissue injuries consistent with prolonged restraint or pressure
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Defensive markings on the forearms and wrists
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Internal findings indicating oxygen deprivation without a penetrating wound
“The injuries tell a story,” a forensic source said. “They are consistent with sustained coercion and physical control rather than a single instantaneous event.”
Cause of Death
The medical examiner determined the cause of death to be asphyxiation resulting from coercive restraint, a mechanism experts say can be fatal without leaving obvious external wounds. Investigators emphasized that this finding aligns with earlier evidence suggesting force without a weapon.
Authorities would not describe the method in operational detail, citing the integrity of the investigation and the family’s privacy.
Why Investigators Point to the Boyfriend
Detectives say the autopsy findings correlate with surveillance timelines, witness accounts, and digital evidence placing the boyfriend in close proximity during the critical window. The injury pattern, they say, matches the sequence captured on CCTV that showed Camila being prevented from leaving shortly before her death.
“This is about control,” a senior investigator said. “Not a firearm.”
Legal Status
Police cautioned that the findings represent medical conclusions, not a final legal judgment. Prosecutors are reviewing the report alongside other evidence to determine next steps. The boyfriend has not been publicly charged at the time of release and is presumed innocent pending legal proceedings.
Family Reaction
In a brief statement, Camila’s family said the results were “devastating but clarifying,” adding that they seek accountability and asked for privacy as the case moves forward.
What Comes Next
Authorities said additional forensic analyses—along with a consolidated evidentiary timeline—will be presented to prosecutors. Police also plan to release a limited supplemental briefing to explain the medical findings in plain terms.