Authorities in Miami Beach said Friday that the severed human head that washed ashore on Key Biscayne Tuesday belonged to a missing swimmer.
19-year-old Victor Castaneda disappeared Saturday afternoon after getting caught in a rip tide.
An extensive search for the young man went in vain until his head was found by a person raking the sand on a Key Biscayne beach Tuesday.
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The Miami-Dade Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed the identity of the remains.
“The Miami Beach Police Department extends prayers and condolences to the family,” authorities said.
“Our victim advocates will continue to provide support to the family during this difficult time.”
