Dilcia Marilu Hernandez-Martinez, 21 and originally from Honduras, was last seen October 16, 2018, in McAllen, Texas while traveling with a group and a guide commonly called a coyote. On October 16 she told family she was in McAllen and getting ready to continue toward Maryland. The next day a fellow traveler said Dilcia was having trouble walking and was left near a road in Texas near Falfurrias. The guide reportedly told her fiancé that she had died during the journey, but no clear evidence of that has been produced.

Her family suspects she may still be alive and possibly being held against her will. The case is classified as suspicious and the Brooks County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information. Anyone who knew Dilcia, saw her along the route, or has information about her movements after October 16, 2018 is asked to come forward.