CONCORD, NORTH CAROLINA — The Concord Police is investigating the death of 18-year-old Yadira Hernandez Castro.
Castro was reported missing by her parents around 9:30 am Sunday. On February 2, 2026 around 5:30 pm, she was found deceased.
According to the Concord Police Department, “She was reportedly intoxicated and last seen leaving her friend’s house on Pine Street NW around 10:30 p.m. Castro’s parents also reported speaking to her on the phone around 10:50 p.m.”
Early Monday morning, the Concord Police Department continued a land search with the help of Concord Fire. “During this second land search, police located a deceased individual matching Castro’s description. After positive identification, the family was notified around 5:30 p.m. Based on the initial investigation, investigators suspect alcohol and extreme cold temperatures contributed to Castro’s death and current evidence does not suggest foul play”
The cause of death will be determined by the state medical examiner.
