Missing young man in Miami was found dead in a canal in Kendall

Giancarlo González, 20 years old, was found dead in a canal in Kendall. The search began on Friday after an empty jet ski was discovered. The causes of his death are still under investigation.

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Giancarlo González, 20 years old, was found dead in a canal in Kendall this weekend

The search for González in Miami-Dade County began on Friday around 7 PM, after agents received reports of a possible missing boater, reported Telemundo 51.

During the search, an abandoned jet ski was found in a canal in Kendall.

Anthony Pérez, the best friend of the deceased, said that Giancarlo was "a great person, a beautiful soul. His humor was incredible. His laughter. I have so many memories that I cherish of him, and I will miss him forever."

The causes of death have not been clarified as the investigation continues.

In recent years, the emergence of bodies floating in the canals of Florida has occurred with some frequency.

In August, a 15-year-old teenager was arrested after being accused of murdering his older brother and abandoning the body in a canal in Dania Beach.

The victim, Kevin Dominique, 23 years old, was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds on Tuesday morning in an area near Ocean Waterway Boulevard and Old Griffin Road.

Frequently Asked Questions about the discovery of the missing young man in Miami

How was Giancarlo González found?

Giancarlo González, 20 years old, was found deceased in a canal in Kendall over the weekend. His disappearance was reported after an abandoned jet ski was discovered in the canal, which led to a search in Miami-Dade County.

What is known about the causes of Giancarlo González's death?

The causes of Giancarlo González's death have not yet been clarified and the investigation is ongoing. This case adds to a series of similar incidents in Florida, where bodies have been discovered in canals.

What impact has this case had on the local community?

The case of Giancarlo González has caused shock among friends and family, who remember him as "a great person" and "a beautiful soul." This type of tragedy highlights the frequency with which similar incidents occur in Florida waters.

Are there any recent cases of bodies found in canals in Florida?

Yes, in August, a 15-year-old teenager was arrested after being accused of murdering his older brother and leaving the body in a canal in Dania Beach. Florida's canals have been frequent sites of tragic discoveries in recent years.

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