SAN ANTONIO, TX – The city of San Antonio, Texas, was rocked by a tragic discovery on Tuesday night. Authorities believe they have found the bodies of a missing pregnant teenager and her boyfriend in a car.
Savanah Soto, aged 18, was last seen on Friday in a Kia Optima. The Leon Valley Police Department had expressed serious concerns for her safety, stating that Soto’s disappearance presented a significant threat to her health and safety. The car was discovered on Tuesday night, containing two deceased individuals.
San Antonio’s Police Chief, William McManus, suggested that the bodies could have been in the car for a few days. The identities of the bodies are yet to be officially confirmed by the medical examiner.
The case is currently being investigated as a potential murder. McManus described the scene as “very perplexing” and suggested that the details of the case could change as the investigation unfolds.
A CLEAR Alert, a system to help law enforcement locate adults in immediate danger, had been triggered by Soto’s disappearance. The city of Leon Valley had previously noted on social media that Soto was past her due date and her family had reported her missing after a missed medical appointment.
The Leon Valley Police Department is leading the investigation into Soto’s disappearance and is currently seeking additional witnesses and information. Soto’s family has been vocal about their concern and fear, urging the public to provide any information they might have.