Body Recovered From North Fork New River
Fort Lauderdale police divers removed a body from the water near West Broward Boulevard.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Violence
Fort Lauderdale police discovered a body in the North Fork New River on October 13, 2026. Divers recovered the deceased individual from the water near the 1700 block of West Broward Boulevard.
Why it matters
Homicide detectives are currently conducting a death investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the discovery. Authorities are working to identify the individual and establish the cause of death.
Fort Lauderdale police received the initial call regarding the discovery at 11:10 a.m. Homicide detectives have launched an investigation into the incident.
The players
Fort Lauderdale Police Department
The Fort Lauderdale Police Department is the municipal law enforcement agency responsible for investigating the death and conducting recovery efforts.
The details
Police divers were dispatched to the 1700 block of West Broward Boulevard following an 11:10 a.m. report. The recovered individual was found in the North Fork New River, prompting a full death investigation.
Timeline
The body was discovered on October 13, 2026.
Police received the call regarding the body at 11:10 a.m.
Legal Context
The investigation follows standard procedures established by the 2026 Fort Lauderdale death investigation protocols. Such cases undergo rigorous forensic examination to differentiate between accidental, natural, or criminal causes of death.
Residents should remain aware of potential police activity and cordons around the 1700 block of West Broward Boulevard. Authorities have not issued specific safety advisories, but the public is encouraged to avoid the immediate area while the investigation proceeds.
The takeaway
Authorities are working to provide clarity regarding the incident following the recovery of the body. Community members with information regarding the event should contact the local police department.
Further reading
For more information on public safety incidents in the area, visit Fort Lauderdale Violence.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Miami Herald.
