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Man Found Dead in South Phoenix Canal as Police Investigate

Firefighters were unable to revive the man following his recovery from the canal.

Overview

  • Phoenix Police and the Phoenix Fire Department responded around 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 8 to reports near 19th Avenue and Dobbins Road.
  • Fire crews pulled an adult male from the canal; he was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • Resuscitation efforts by firefighters were unsuccessful, according to officials.
  • Authorities have not released the man's identity.
  • It remains unclear how he entered the water, and police say the investigation is ongoing.