Lyon Engineer Found After Disappearance in Peru, Requires Surgery
Lyon, July 20 – A 30-year-old engineer from Lyon, Boris Poyer, who mysteriously disappeared on July 10 in Puerto Malabrigo, a coastal town in northwestern Peru, has been found alive. His family, after a week of intense worry, located him in Trujillo, approximately 70 km from where he vanished. However, the joy of his discovery has been tempered by the news that he requires surgery upon his return to France.
Mysterious Disappearance and Family’s Growing Concern
Boris Poyer, an engineer from Lyon, had been staying at a youth hostel in Puerto Malabrigo when he disappeared, leaving most of his belongings behind. The unsettling circumstances led his family to contact Le Progrès after a week of no news, fearing the worst. Local police in Peru had issued a search notice for him.
On Saturday, July 18, as Boris’s parents were en route to Peru, the young traveler was found by a restaurant owner in Trujillo, the nearest major city. He was described as being “disoriented” at the time of his discovery.
Medical Findings and the Need for Surgery
While the article does not specify the nature of Boris’s medical condition, it states that initial medical examinations revealed a “terrible discovery” and that he “will be operated on upon his return.” This suggests a serious health issue that developed during his disappearance or was the underlying cause of it.
Reunion and Ongoing Support
Boris was reunited with his parents on Sunday, July 19, at 1 AM French time. A photo provided shows Boris with his parents and Teresa, the Peruvian restaurant owner who found him, highlighting the relief of the reunion despite the concerning medical news.
The family is now focused on Boris’s safe return to France and ensuring he receives the necessary medical care. The exact circumstances of his disappearance and the details of his medical condition are still emerging, but the primary concern remains his health and recovery.
The incident has brought to light the challenges and potential dangers that travelers can face abroad, even when seemingly well-prepared. The quick action of his family in seeking media attention and the efforts of local authorities and citizens ultimately led to his discovery.
Further updates on Boris Poyer’s condition and his journey back to France are anticipated as his family navigates this difficult situation.
Source: https://www.leprogres.fr/faits-divers-justice/2026/07/20/il-sera-opere-des-son-retour-la-veritable-raison-derriere-la-disparition-d-un-lyonnais-au-perou
