An investigation is underway in Deerfield Beach after a person was found dead and a van was discovered partially submerged in a canal on Sunday morning.
The discovery was made along Interstate 95 and Hillsboro Boulevard
Investigators with Florida Highway Patrol and the Broward Sheriff's Office could be seen taking pictures of the scene and placing a yellow tarp over a person's body.
BSO Fire said one person is dead, and that FHP is investigating.
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A white van could be seen partially submerged in the canal with major front end damage and both the front windshield and side windows broken in.
The body was seen covered by a yellow tarp nearby.
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Its unclear if the person who was found dead was the driver of the white van. NBC6 is still waiting to learn the identity of the person who died.
This is a developing story. Check back with NBC6 for updates.