Police investigating after body found in SW Miami-Dade canal

Investigation underway after body found in SW Miami-Dade canal

MIAMI -- Police were searching for clues after a man's body was found Tuesday floating in a southwest Miami-Dade canal, authorities said.

A caller reported the body around 10 a.m. in the area of SW 168th Street and SW 197th Avenue.

Miami-Dade police identified the man as Osmani Forcelledo, 46, after they notified his relatives of his death. 

Video from Chopper 4 showed the person who appeared to be tethered to some sort of tire in the water.

Officials have not provided any more details about the incident, including if foul play was involved.

Autopsy results were pending.

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