Honduran Man Drowns in Florida River; Family Seeks Repatriation

Published on Honduras Daily · Oct 17, 2026 · Originally reported October 16, 2026 by La Prensa

Josué Rivaldo Reyes, 24, drowned on September 28 while swimming with friends at Wekiva Island in Florida; his family and the Honduran community are raising money to bring his remains home.

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