Body found on side of road

SOUTHWEST MIAMI-DADE (WSVN) --Police are investigating a case in which a dead body was found on the side of the road Sunday.

Witnesses said that a white van driving along Southwest 200th Street and 135th Avenue pulled over and dumped the body before it took off Sunday.

The body is that of a Latin male, police said. At this time, police cannot confirm if the victim was shot or beaten to death.

If you have any information on this crime, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a reward.

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