The disappearance of two women in France's Aveyron department has led to an intense, personal investigation by Cédric Prizzon, the father of one of the missing women. Delphine Prizzon, 51, and her friend Stéphanie G., 48, were last seen on February 26, 2026, after leaving a restaurant in Rodez. Their abandoned car was later found in the village of Salles-la-Source.
Cédric Prizzon, a former police officer, has conducted his own parallel inquiry, driven by a desire for answers and to protect the image his son has of him. He has publicly criticized the official investigation's initial pace and focus, suggesting potential leads were overlooked. His efforts have brought sustained media attention to the case.
French judicial authorities have since taken a suspect into custody. A 57-year-old man, described as an acquaintance of the women, was arrested on March 24, 2026, and placed under formal investigation for kidnapping and forcible confinement. Searches of properties linked to the suspect are ongoing, but the women have not been found.
The case remains open, with the Rodez prosecutor's office leading the official investigation. Cédric Prizzon continues his vigil, representing the anguish of families awaiting news in missing persons cases across the country.
