Remains of Nicaraguan migrant Harvin Madrigal, missing since 2024, identified
The Texas Nicaraguan Community announced the identification of the remains of Nicaraguan migrant Harvin José Madrigal Velásquez, who disappeared in January 2024 while attempting to cross the Rio Bravo.
TL;DR
- The remains of Harvin José Madrigal Velásquez, a 37-year-old Nicaraguan migrant, have been identified.
- He disappeared on January 24, 2024, while attempting to cross the Rio Bravo near Piedras Negras, Mexico.
- The identification brings closure to his family after more than two years of uncertainty.
- The process involved genetic analysis by the Argentine Forensic Anthropology Team.
- His family can now begin the repatriation of his remains to Nicaragua.
- The TNC is assisting the family and has provided contact information for those wishing to offer financial support.