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American Airlines Flight Attendant Murdered in Colombia
5 Aug
Summary
- US citizen and flight attendant found drugged and murdered in Colombia.
- Two suspects linked to 'Los Goteros' gang arrested in Peru.
- US Embassy highlights criminal group targeting Americans for theft.
Eric Fernando Gutierrez Molina, a 32-year-old American Airlines flight attendant residing in North Texas, was found murdered in Colombia. He arrived in Medellín on March 21, 2026, for a layover and failed to report for his scheduled flight the following day. His body was discovered in a rural area between Jericó and Puente Iglesias, southwest of Medellín, showing signs of being drugged and killed. The U.S. Embassy in Colombia identified the perpetrators as belonging to the 'Los Goteros' criminal group, notorious for using drugs like scopolamine to rob tourists.
Authorities successfully apprehended two suspects in Peru, collaborating across U.S. Homeland Security Investigations offices in Bogotá and Lima, alongside Colombian and Peruvian law enforcement. One suspect has been sent to Colombia to face legal proceedings, while the other awaits extradition from Peru. This joint operation underscores a strong commitment between the United States, Colombia, and Peru to combat criminal organizations targeting international travelers and ensure regional safety.
