The body of Lluvia Yareni, an eight-year-old girl, was found buried in her home in the San Juan neighborhood, in the municipality of Huauchinango, Puebla. The little girl had been reported missing since November 2024, which triggered an investigation that ultimately led to the tragic discovery.
After more than two months of searching, authorities suspected they might find evidence inside the family home. A search warrant was obtained to search the house, which led to the discovery of Lluvia's body buried beneath the floor of a room, covered with cement and a bed on top. Her mother, Angélica 'N', 34 years old, and her stepfather, Abraham 'N', 48 years old, were arrested as suspects in the crime and put at the disposal of the authorities.
Lluvia's case adds to a series of tragedies that have affected minors in Mexico, highlighting the violence that children and adolescents face in the country. In the current year, five minors have lost their lives under violent circumstances, underscoring the severity of the problem and the need to take action to protect the most vulnerable.
Following the news of Lluvia Yareni's death, various feminist organizations and collectives have demanded justice for the minor, emphasizing the painful reality of the violence that many children face at the hands of close individuals. The municipal president of Huauchinango, Rogelio López Angulo, strongly condemned the crime and requested that "the full weight of the law" be applied against those responsible.
Lluvia Yareni's case joins other episodes of violence against girls in Mexico, such as the recent murder of Génesis Mei Ling, a 10-year-old girl in Puebla. These tragic events highlight the urgency of addressing child violence and ensuring the protection of minors in the country.