Teen Missing After Mom, Brother Found Dead
BY ELIZABETH HAGEDORN The search for a Nevada teen has entered its fourth day after police found his mother and brother stabbed to death last week. Police found the bodies of Elvira Canales and her 9-year-old son, Cesar Navarro, in their first floor apartment Friday. Relatives had become concerned after the two hadnt shown up to work or school in several days, and asked police to do a welfare check on the home. (Via
KSNV) Still missing is 16-year-old Adrian Navarro Canales other son. Officers say he wasnt at the home when they arrived to search it. (Via
KVVU) According to the
Las Vegas Sun, the boys father, who lives in California declined to speak with reporters about his sons. As of Sunday evening, police, along with relatives, hadnt speculated on a motive. But police say the missing teenager isnt being considered a suspect and urge anyone with information on his whereabouts to speak up.
Were just going to be looking for him everywhere. Every possible spot. Every store. Every possible spot. (Via
KTNV) Family members are planning a memorial for Canales, and are hoping Adrian will attend.