A older adult was about 80 years old serious health condition after it was left in the community in a gap at kilometer 15 of Ejido Morelos on the road leading to Playa Baghdad Matamoros. The discovery triggered the mobilization of emergency authorities and state authorities.
According to initial reports, the alarm arose after an anonymous call to 911 reporting the presence of an elderly woman who appeared to be lifeless or unconscious. Paramedic of the Red Cross They went to the scene and confirmed that the woman still had vital signs, although she was in critical condition.
The woman was found alone, sitting in a wheelchair and exposed to the elements, in the middle of rainy weather and with low temperatures. During the initial medical examination, lifeguards determined this was the case Hypothermia, severe dehydrationgeneral weakness and a notable one physical deterioration. Bruises on the hands and legs were also observed, which could be related to prolonged posture, although other medical causes were not ruled out.
The woman was wearing black pants, yellow socks and a gray sweatshirt. He had no identification or personal items on him, only a plastic container of soda was found on his legs. After receiving first aid at the scene, she was taken to hospital. Matamoros General Hospital “Dr. Alfredo Pumarejo”where she remains in the hospital under medical observation.
According to information from The universalthe director of the hospital, Gerardo Garcia Salinasreported that the patient had not responded since her admission and that her health condition was considered serious. He explained the weather conditions and the time he spent left to the elements their physical condition is negatively affected.
Given these facts, the Office of the Attorney General of Tamaulipas opened an investigation folder into the possible crime of abandonment of a personwhile the state and local DIF system intervened to support and follow up the case, in addition to initiating the search for possible relatives.
On social media, users shared images of the older adults with the intent of identifying them. Some people have compared his appearance to that of Sheila Stegalla woman reported missing since July 2025 from Beverly Garden, Houston, Texas who would be approximately 81 years old. However, there is no official confirmation yet that it is the same person.
The authorities reiterated the call for citizens to provide any information that would help identify the woman, emphasizing that the suspension of older adults constitutes a crime that can be punished under criminal law. The case has sparked outrage and revived discussion about the vulnerability of this population.
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