**Father Finds Son After Five-Year Search: The Journey of Eddy Carrillo**
After an arduous search lasting over five years, Eddy Carrillo finally received confirmation that the remains discovered in a grave belong to his son, Erick Carrillo. This emotional revelation was shared by Eddy, who indicated DNA results showed a 99.9% match with both him and Erick’s mother.
During a meeting with reporters at the State Attorney General’s Office, Eddy expressed his relief: “Yes, it’s possible, Erick Carrillo has been found.” The discovery marks the end of a prolonged period of searching across various locations throughout the city and surrounding regions. Eddy shared that despite the challenging journey, he had always held onto hope, especially upon discovering Erick’s belongings alongside those of Francisco Rosales.
In light of the findings, Eddy plans to hold a funeral service for Erick next Thursday. While he has faced intimidation for helping other families in their searches, Eddy made no mention of threats directly related to the search for Erick. However, safety concerns did force him to relocate his other child to the United States.
Eddy has been heavily involved in search efforts for missing persons and has helped discover 1,650 individuals, both living and deceased. He now plans to step back from this role in the upcoming months, allowing him to focus on healing and moving forward.
**Additional Story: Collaborative Efforts in Tijuana to Aid Families of Missing Persons**
As the issue of missing persons continues to impact many families in Tijuana and beyond, local collectives are stepping up efforts to support the ongoing searches. These groups are seeking donations of tactical boots and vests, essential gear to navigate difficult terrains during search operations.
Efforts by these search collectives have heightened awareness around the struggles faced by families searching for their loved ones. The growing support network not only assists in coordinated searches but also provides emotional support to affected families. Recent collaborations have led to significant breakthroughs in numerous cases, underscoring the power of community solidarity.
Meanwhile, in ongoing searches not related to the Carrillo case, several other families continue their quest to find missing relatives. Public appeals and community events keep the issue in the public eye, further motivating volunteers and donors to support the cause. Whether through physical involvement or resource contributions, the community remains driven by the shared goal of bringing closure to those seeking answers.