False Rescue Claim Adds to Anguish in Search for Missing Peruvian Pilot

A false report of the rescue of Peruvian Air Force pilot Ashley Vargas Mendoza caused distress for her family. La República reported that the family received a call stating she had been found by fishermen. However, a subsequent investigation by authorities revealed that the boat mentioned in the call doesn't exist. The Air Force confirmed the ongoing search operation. "We received a call claiming Ashley was rescued," said a family member, "but it turned out to be a cruel hoax." The individuals responsible for the false report contacted the family twice before disappearing. In their final message, they requested financial assistance for fuel. The Air Force maintains its commitment to locating Vargas, who was piloting a KT-1P aircraft when she went missing. The incident highlights the importance of verifying information before spreading it, especially during times of crisis. The Air Force's continued search brings a glimmer of hope for Vargas' safe return.