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Search underway for 28-year-old man reported missing from Miami
By Litzy Grijalba at WSVN 7 News
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
Police seek the public’s help in their search for a 28-year-old man who was reported missing from Miami . According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Bureau, Michael-Anthony Leones Espino was last seen on July 12 at approximately 12:30 p.m. on the 14200 Block of Southwest 161st Court
Key takeaway According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Bureau, Michael-Anthony Leones Espino was last seen on July 12 at approximately 12:30 p.
Why this matters in The Miami
The search for Michael-Anthony Leones Espino is a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities that exist in Miami's diverse neighborhoods. As the city's residents go about their daily lives in areas like Little Havana and Wynwood, the disappearance of a young man like Espino can have a profound impact on the community. Miami's geography, with its sprawling streets and dense population, can make it difficult for authorities to track down missing individuals. The fact that Espino was last seen in a specific location, the 14200 Block of Southwest 161st Court, suggests that the community in that area may be able to provide crucial information to aid in the search. Residents are urged to be vigilant and report any information to the authorities, and the use of Crime Stoppers as a resource underscores the importance of community involvement in solving this case.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Police seek the public’s help in their search for a 28-year-old man who was reported missing from Miami. According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Bureau, Michael-Anthony Leones Espino was last seen on July 12 at approximately 12:30 p.m. on the 14200 Block of Southwest 161st Court
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Who reported this story? This story was reported by Litzy Grijalba at WSVN 7 News. To learn more about how The Miami selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
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