PEMBROKE PINES, FLA. (WSVN) - A death investigation is underway in Pembroke Pines after a body was discovered floating in a canal.

Pembroke Pines Police and fire rescue arrived at the scene, in the area of US 27 and Pines Boulevard, Tuesday afternoon.

7Skyforce hovered over the scene, where a body was seen floating in the canal and several officers surrounded the area.

Police said the victim is male, and his death does appear to be accidental, and possibly related to a traffic crash.

An oil slick was also seen next to the victim.

US 27 is now open on both directions.

Officials continue to investigate.

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