Death investigation underway after body found in water in Fort Myers

FORT MYERS, Fla. —

Fort Myers police are on scene after a dead body was found in a canal off Metro Parkway.

According to FMPD the body was found in the water behind Westwood Apartments.

Count on Gulf Coast News to keep you updated as we learn more about the investigation.

This is a developing story and will be updated.

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