Authorities have escalated the search for Ana Carolina Saucedo Bahena, a 22-year-old woman who has been missing since Friday, February 9, 2025. The search efforts have concentrated around Cerro de las Mitras, where multiple units from various security and rescue forces have been deployed.
With dozens of rescue personnel, drones, and canine units, authorities continue to comb the mountainous terrain in hopes of finding any trace of the missing woman.
Authorities Deploy More Resources to Cerro de las Mitras
Coordinated Search Efforts
The operation was reinforced early Monday morning with a significant increase in personnel and specialized search teams. Authorities gathered at one of the main access points to Cerro de las Mitras, located in the Quinto Sector de Cumbres, near Avenida Venecia.
The perimeter has been cordoned off, with police and emergency teams ensuring a thorough and safe search.
Advanced Search Techniques
The search, which began over the weekend, initially involved 74 rescuers using advanced technology, including:
- Drones for aerial reconnaissance
- Helicopter surveillance to scan remote areas
- Canine search units trained for scent detection
- Ground teams conducting manual searches
On Monday morning, additional teams joined the effort, including:
- Nuevo León Civil Protection
- Monterrey Civil Protection
- State Attorney General’s Office
- Fuerza Civil
- CRUM (Emergency Medical Response Unit)
- Monterrey Public Security Forces
- Commission for Missing Persons Search
- Emergency Mountain Response Group
- San Pedro and Guadalupe Civil Protection Units
- Escobedo Police Department
What Happened to Ana Carolina Saucedo?
Disappearance Timeline
Ana Carolina Saucedo Bahena was last seen on Friday, February 9, 2025. According to initial reports, she was near Cerro de las Mitras, a rugged mountain range west of Monterrey, Nuevo León.
The circumstances surrounding her disappearance remain unclear, but authorities are investigating multiple leads, including:
- Last known communications
- Witness testimonies
- Geolocation data from mobile devices
Family members and friends have also launched social media campaigns in hopes of gathering information about her whereabouts.
Why Is Cerro de las Mitras a Challenging Search Location?
Cerro de las Mitras is one of the most challenging terrains in Nuevo León due to:
- Steep cliffs and dense vegetation, making ground searches difficult
- Fluctuating weather conditions, including sudden temperature drops at night
- Vast remote areas, requiring extensive manpower and technology for a thorough investigation
Despite these challenges, authorities remain committed to covering every possible route and trail that could lead to Ana Carolina’s location.
How the Public Can Help
Authorities urge anyone with information on Ana Carolina Saucedo Bahena’s whereabouts to immediately report to:
📞 Emergency Line: 911
📞 Missing Persons Commission: +52 81 2020 5700
Additionally, people living near Cerro de las Mitras are encouraged to check security cameras or provide any relevant details that could aid in the search.
Next Steps in the Investigation
As the search operation expands, authorities plan to:
✔ Increase aerial surveillance with drones and helicopters
✔ Deploy additional rescue teams to access harder-to-reach areas
✔ Analyze new leads based on witness reports and forensic evidence
✔ Continue working with the family to gather crucial details
The case of Ana Carolina Saucedo Bahena has gained national attention, with growing public concern about the rise in missing person cases in Mexico. Authorities are determined to bring answers to her family and ensure justice.
The search will continue until every possible lead is exhausted.
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