“Body of Missing Kissimmee Barber Found Submerged in Lake: Latest Updates”

2023-05-19 23:34:20

OSCEOLA COUNTY, Florida. – Orange County authorities found the body of José Rafael Malavé Lebrón inside his car submerged in a lake. Malavé Lebrón was a well-known barber in the city of Kissimmee.

The Orange County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that the body corresponds to the barber, who had been reported missing by his family since May 15.

The lake it was found in is located at Water Edge Drive and Lost Creek Court.

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On May 19, 2023, Orange County deputies responded to Waters Edge Drive and Lost Creek Court to assist the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office with a submerged vehicle inside of a retention pond. Tragically, Jose Rafael Malave Lebron was found deceased inside of the vehicle. Jose… https://t.co/zF7GCVPrzK

— Orange County Sheriff’s Office (@OrangeCoSheriff) May 19, 2023

What is known about his disappearance and death?

The Florida Highway Patrol reported that Malavé Negró’s death appears to have been an accident.

Evidence collected thus far indicates that Barber was unable to master a curve as he approached Blue Bayou Drive. As a result, he lost control of his vehicle and left the lane he was in. The victim was trapped inside the car that fell into a body of water.

The specific date and time the accident occurred are also under investigation.

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