Dallas-Based American Airlines Flight Attendant Found Dead in Colombia A 32-year-old Dallas-based American Airlines flight attendant, Fernando Gutierrez, was discovered deceased in Colombia on Friday, according to local authorities. The incident occurred after Gutierrez went missing during a routine layover in Medellín, where he had been staying overnight before a scheduled flight to Miami the following day. Gutierrez’s body was located between Jericó and Puente Iglesias, as confirmed by an update from the mayor of Medellín. His father, who is currently in the city, and the U.S. Ambassador to Colombia were notified of the discovery. However, the cause of death remains under investigation, with a medical examiner in Colombia working to determine whether the incident involved foul play. Gutierrez disappeared on Saturday night while in Medellín for a layover. Friends and coworkers reported his last known location as an Airbnb shortly before he went missing. They subsequently filed a missing person report with local authorities. Authorities have not yet confirmed whether Gutierrez’s death was the result of a crime. American Airlines has stated it is actively collaborating with Colombian law enforcement and providing support to Gutierrez’s family during the investigation. The Association of Professional Flight Attendants has also expressed solidarity with efforts to locate their colleague. A family member, Gutierrez’s sister, was contacted by FOX 4 earlier in the week but declined to comment, citing the family’s preference to remain private. The information in this report is based on updates from the mayor of Medellín and previous news coverage.#colombia #american_airlines #fernando_gutierrez #medellin
