Police officer Daniela Millatruz, who made statements to local media, said that Barria’s identity was determined by his family through a tattoo on his body.
Stating that the fishermen found human remains while cleaning the shark they caught in Argentina’s Chubut province, Millatruz stated that the investigation into the incident continues.
Millatruz noted that they had information that Barria was last seen on the beach and disappeared after swimming in the sea.
Authorities said they suspect Barria was caught in the strong waves and drifted into the sea.
Comodoro Rivadavia police chief Cristian Ansaldo also said in his statement that a DNA test would be conducted to confirm Barria’s official identity. Ansaldo stated that the length of the shark with Barria’s remains was around 1.5 meters.
Diego Barria’s wife, Virginia Brugger, confirmed that her husband’s remains were found in a post on her social media account, “My heart went with you. I will love you forever.” she used the phrase.