Marco Tulio Pedroza Amarillas, academic, found dead

Marco Tulio Pedroza Amarillas, a professor of Social Anthropology at the Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP) and the Escuela Nacional de Antropología e Historia (ENAH), has been found dead. His death was confirmed on November 7, 2026, by his niece, Marina Pedroza, via social media.

Pedroza Amarillas had been missing since October 20, 2026. He was last seen teaching in person at BUAP on October 16 and participated in a virtual academic meeting on October 19. His disappearance became a major concern after he failed to attend a scheduled academic session on October 23.

Specific details regarding the location where his body was found, the circumstances of his death, or whether there were signs of violence have not yet been released. Authorities, including the Fiscalía General de Justicia de la Ciudad de México, have not issued a formal statement regarding the investigation. The academic, who held a doctorate in Social Anthropology, was also known for his work in urban anthropology and as a coordinator for the Estéticas de la Calle Congress.