Published on April 14, 2026
Today, at 0804 hrs, the Melbourne Police Department responded to a report of a body found in the Intracoastal Waterway along the north side of the Melbourne Causeway.
Upon arrival, officers located a deceased adult male in shallow water near the barrier wall of the causeway. The male’s campsite was found along the riverbank west of the recovery location.
Members of the Melbourne Police Dive Recovery Team responded to assist with the recovery of the individual from water.
Detectives and Crime Scene Investigators are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. At this time, there are no indications of a criminal investigation.
The deceased has been identified; however, his name is being withheld until notification of his next-of-kin.
This is an active and ongoing investigation. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Melbourne Police Department at (321) 608-6450 or anonymously through Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS (8477).
If you have any information, please call Crimeline: 1-800-423-TIPS (8477)