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Missing 28-year-old man from SW Miami-Dade has been found deceased
By Litzy Grijalba at WSVN 7 News
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
According to the Miami -Dade Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Bureau, 28-year-old Michael-Anthony Leones Espino was last seen on the 14200 block of Southwest 161st Court at around 12:30 p.m. on Sunday. Espino was located on July 13 in the area of Southwest 162 Avenue and Southwest 138 Terrace, where
Key takeaway Espino was located on July 13 in the area of Southwest 162 Avenue and Southwest 138 Terrace, where he was pronounced deceased.
Why this matters in The Miami
The discovery of Michael-Anthony Leones Espino's body in a residential area of SW Miami-Dade raises concerns about the mental health resources available to residents in this part of the county. As the community grapples with the loss of a young life, it is crucial to consider the support systems in place for individuals struggling with suicidal thoughts. Miami-Dade County has implemented various initiatives to address mental health, but the fact that Espino's death was determined to be an apparent suicide suggests that more work needs to be done to reach those in need. The county's mental health services, including those provided by the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and local healthcare organizations, must be accessible and effective in supporting residents, particularly in areas like SW Miami-Dade where resources may be limited.
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Category: real-estate ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Bureau, 28-year-old Michael-Anthony Leones Espino was last seen on the 14200 block of Southwest 161st Court at around 12:30 p.m. on Sunday. Espino was located on July 13 in the area of Southwest 162 Avenue and Southwest 138 Terrace, where
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