The remains of Lizbeth Bustos Vera, a 43-year-old woman originally from Minatitlán, Veracruz, and a Canadian national, were discovered on Saturday night buried in the backyard of a residence in Cancun. The case is being investigated as a potential femicide by the Quintana Roo State Attorney General's Office.
The grim discovery was made at a property located on Bacalar Street, near the intersection with Kohunlich Avenue in Supermanzana 46. Local media reported that agents from the Ministerial Investigation Police and forensic experts conducted an operation after detecting signs suggesting the presence of a clandestine grave.
During the investigation, specialists exhumed a body in an advanced state of decomposition. The corpse had been interred in a shallow grave, about 30 centimeters deep and roughly two meters long, covered with concrete blocks, cement, and sand, seemingly to conceal it.
Missing Woman Planned Return to Canada
Lizbeth Bustos Vera had been reported missing on June 16. According to a report by Diario del Istmo, citing information from Reporteros Ahora, she had informed her family in Veracruz that she planned to return to Canada with her husband that day, but she never arrived.
The woman had traveled to Mexico earlier with her two young children to handle inheritance-related matters while her husband stayed in Canada. When her family lost contact with her, they reached out to her husband, who confirmed that Lizbeth had never returned. This led to the filing of a missing person report and the activation of the Alba Protocol to aid in her search.
Focus on Romantic Partner
The investigation is currently focusing on the victim's romantic partner, with whom she had been in a relationship for approximately seven months and shared the home where her body was eventually found.
Diario del Istmo reports that the primary line of inquiry suggests the man may have discovered Lizbeth's intentions to end their relationship and reunite with her husband in Canada, potentially triggering the crime.
Authorities are also examining whether the suspect attempted to seize the property and gain access to financial resources sent from Canada for the victim's children's care.
As of now, the Quintana Roo Prosecutor's Office has not announced any arrests or officially disclosed the identity or nationality of the main suspect.
Unofficial sources on social media and from those close to the victim have pointed to a Cuban national as the alleged perpetrator. Diario del Istmo, referencing Reporteros Ahora, identifies the suspect only as "Adriel N.," a Cuban barber. However, these details have not been confirmed by authorities. Social media claims suggest his name is Yadriel Corona, from Cienfuegos province.
Ongoing Investigation
During the scene processing, Lizbeth's brother and several uncles were present. With official permission, they removed some personal belongings from the residence.
As part of the investigation, authorities also seized a Volkswagen Vento vehicle reportedly belonging to the victim.
There has been no official statement regarding the status of Lizbeth's two young children. Local media, citing neighbors, reported that both are reportedly in the care of their father in Canada.
The Quintana Roo State Attorney General's Office continues its inquiry to clarify the crime's circumstances and assign the appropriate responsibilities.
Key Facts About Lizbeth Bustos Vera's Case
Who was Lizbeth Bustos Vera?
Lizbeth Bustos Vera was a 43-year-old woman originally from Minatitlán, Veracruz, and held Canadian nationality.
Where was Lizbeth Bustos Vera's body found?
Her body was discovered buried in the backyard of a residence in Cancun, located on Bacalar Street near Kohunlich Avenue in Supermanzana 46.
What is the current focus of the investigation?
The investigation is focusing on Lizbeth's romantic partner, with whom she shared the residence where her body was found.