Perla Alison, a young girl hailing from Santa Martha Acatitla, was last seen departing her residence to purchase candy at a nearby store. When she did not return, her family reported her as missing, prompting the issuance of a nationwide Amber Alert. Authorities, along with citizen groups, initiated a comprehensive search effort.
Sadly, her body was found in an abandoned lot close to the Constitución de 1917 metro station. A neighbor notified the authorities after noticing a foul smell emanating from a nearby building. Officers from the Secretariat of Citizen Security (SSC) secured the area, and forensic teams from the Mexico City Attorney General’s Office subsequently discovered the body.
Officials have confirmed that the body exhibited signs of violence. While the official autopsy is still pending, preliminary findings indicate that Perla may have endured abuse prior to her death. An investigation into femicide has been launched.
The case has ignited widespread outrage, especially on social media, where images and appeals for assistance in locating Perla circulated extensively. Her tragic demise has resonated deeply across the nation.
Feminist groups and civil organizations are demanding justice and a thorough investigation. Many are advocating for the most severe punishment possible for those found culpable.
Perla Alison’s death contributes to the increasing number of femicide cases in Mexico, a nation struggling with gender-based violence.
As the investigation progresses, her family and the public persist in their calls for answers—and for accountability.
This devastating loss has become a rallying point for change, serving as a poignant reminder of the urgent need to safeguard the most vulnerable members of society.
