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American Man Missing in Medellín After Nightclub Outing

3/27/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Eric Fernando Gutierrez Molina went missing during a layover in Medellín, Colombia after arriving on March 21.
Gutierrez Molina was last seen early March 22 after leaving a nightclub with two men.
His last known location was an Airbnb in El Poblado, where he sent a message before disappearing.
American Airlines and the U.S. Embassy are involved in the investigation.
Concerns grow over the potential for foul play.

History

Historical Context

In the early 1990s, Colombia experienced a surge in kidnappings, largely driven by drug cartels like the Medellín Cartel, led by Pablo Escobar. In 1990, the U.S. State Department reported over 1,000 kidnappings, raising concerns for American citizens. Eric Fernando Gutierrez Molina's recent disappearance in Medellín highlights ongoing cartel violence, prompting calls for improved safety measures for travelers in Colombia.

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Story summary

Eric Fernando Gutierrez Molina went missing during a layover in Medellín, Colombia after arriving on March 21.
Gutierrez Molina was last seen early March 22 after leaving a nightclub with two men.
His last known location was an Airbnb in El Poblado, where he sent a message before disappearing.
American Airlines and the U.S. Embassy are involved in the investigation.
Concerns grow over the potential for foul play.

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