Perla Alison, a young girl hailing from Santa Martha Acatitla, vanished after she left her home to purchase candy. Her family reported her absence, which led to a nationwide Amber Alert and a comprehensive search conducted by both authorities and citizens.
Days later, her remains were found in an abandoned lot close to the Constitución de 1917 metro station. A local resident alerted 911 upon noticing a foul smell emanating from an unoccupied building. Officers from the Secretariat of Citizen Security (SSC) responded, and forensic teams from the Mexico City Attorney General’s Office made the heartbreaking discovery.
Authorities confirmed that the remains exhibited signs of violence. While the autopsy results are still awaited, preliminary evidence indicates that Perla Alison may have endured abuse prior to her death. An investigation into femicide has been officially initiated.
The case has ignited national outrage. Users on social media, activists, and feminist organizations widely circulated her image during the search and are now demanding justice and accountability.
Citizens are advocating for prompt and exemplary punishment for those accountable. This incident contributes to the escalating concern regarding the safety of women and girls in Mexico, where femicide continues to be a significant and deeply entrenched issue.
Perla Alison’s tragic death serves as a poignant reminder of the perils many children encounter, even during routine activities such as walking to a local store.
As the investigation progresses, her community grieves and honors her memory, pledging not to allow her case to go unresolved. The message is unequivocal: justice must be achieved.
Authorities are appealing to anyone with pertinent information to step forward and aid in the investigation. In the meantime, civil organizations persist in raising awareness about gender-based violence and the pressing need for systemic reform.