The search for 10-year-old Dulce Victoria ended in profound heartbreak after two long and agonizing days. The young girl, who had tragically gone missing after falling into the Lerma River, was found lifeless on Saturday morning. The news shattered the fragile hopes for a miracle and cast a heavy, sorrowful shadow over the close-knit community of Salamanca, leaving families and neighbors in shock and grief. The loss of such a young life reverberated far beyond the riverbanks, touching all who had prayed and hoped for her safe return.
The tragic confirmation came through an official statement issued by the Salamanca Municipal Government: “With profound respect, we regret to inform the public that the body of a 10-year-old girl who fell into the Lerma River in the community of Pitayo last Thursday has been recovered.” The message not only shared the heartbreaking news but also extended the administration’s deepest condolences to Dulce’s grieving family. The statement highlighted the municipality’s dedication to handling such devastating events with the utmost dignity, care, and transparency, acknowledging the collective heartbreak of the entire community.