Missing Miami-Dade woman found dead in Everglades; FBI investigating

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. – A missing southwest Miami-Dade woman has been found dead in Everglades National Park, her husband confirmed to Local 10 News on Tuesday.

Vilma Gil had been last seen June 1 in the 15300 block of Sunset Drive, according to Miami-Dade police. The agency described her as “endangered” at the time.

The 51-year-old was found dead about three weeks later.

Police said because she was found in the national park, the FBI is now leading the investigation. An FBI spokesperson said the agency couldn’t confirm or deny the existence of an investigation.

Police have not said whether they suspect foul play in her disappearance.

Gil’s husband said he is now planning funeral arrangements.


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