# Investigation of charred body in Negrete, Chile

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/investigation-of-charred-body-in-negrete-chile
> Updated: 2026-09-18T23:57:46.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

Authorities in Negrete are investigating the discovery of a charred body found on the banks of the Biobío River. The remains, found following a citizen alert, show significant fire damage, making it difficult for officials to confirm the identity or sex of the deceased.

The Public Ministry has directed the PDI’s Criminal Investigation Brigade to conduct forensic work to determine if third-party intervention occurred. Investigators are currently looking into whether the remains are linked to a missing person report filed recently in the Negrete precinct.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-18: Charred body found near Biobío River in Negrete

Police in Negrete, Chile, are investigating the discovery of a charred body found near the Biobío River, which may be linked to a recent missing person report.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/charred-body-found-near-biobo-river-in-negrete

### 2026-08-21: Chilean police search for Makarena Tolosa after uncles arrested for suspected murder

Chilean authorities have arrested two men, suspected to be the uncles of Makarena Tolosa, for her alleged kidnapping and murder. Searches for her body continue near the Mapocho River.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/police-search-mapocho-river-for-makarena-tolosa-after-relatives-arrest

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