Missing Individual Located After 10 Years Behind Supermarket Shelves

A long-standing missing persons case has reached a resolution in a shocking and sorrowful manner. The remains of Larry Ely Murillo-Moncada, who disappeared in 2009, were found behind shelves at the supermarket where he was previously employed in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

The Disappearance
Murillo-Moncada, aged 25, was reported missing by his parents on November 28, 2009, after he left home during a period of erratic behavior. His family suspected that his actions might have been affected by the medication he was taking.
No Leads for Years
In spite of thorough searches conducted by law enforcement, Murillo-Moncada was unaccounted for. For many years, his family was left without answers—until an unforeseen discovery occurred in 2019.

A Startling Discovery
In January 2019, workers taking apart shelves at the now-defunct No Frills Supermarket stumbled upon a grim find: human remains hidden behind a cooler.
A Tragic Incident
Authorities confirmed the identity of the body as belonging to Murillo-Moncada. Investigators suspect he climbed onto the coolers—something employees often do—and inadvertently fell into an 18-inch gap between the unit and the wall. The sound of the compressors likely drowned out any cries for assistance.
DNA Verification
The identification of the body was accomplished through DNA obtained from Murillo-Moncada’s parents. He was still dressed in the same clothing he wore on the day he vanished.
A Mother’s Instinct
Murillo-Moncada’s mother had long held the belief that he never exited the store. The discovery, though tragic, offered the long-awaited closure she sought.
Determined Accidental
No evidence of trauma was discovered, and the death was classified as accidental—an exceptionally rare and sorrowful case that left even experienced investigators in shock.