Jose Daniel Venta Ciro : “Sarasota Man Found on Siesta Key”

Published on: May 25, 2021 | Author: [Your Name]

The community of Siesta Key was struck by tragedy on Monday afternoon when the body of a young man, identified as 23-year-old Jose Daniel Venta Ciro from Sarasota, was found on the beach. The discovery was made after a vigilant boater alerted the authorities to the presence of the body, which was located a quarter mile north of the initial sighting.

Local emergency services, including the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office and the Sarasota County Fire Department, sprang into action following a distress call at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday. The call reported that two to three swimmers were in trouble off the coast of Siesta Key. Thanks to the quick response of bystanders and officials, all but one swimmer were successfully rescued.

Unfortunately, due to the onset of darkness and challenging sea conditions, the search operation had to be suspended temporarily. However, as soon as daylight broke, the search resumed with renewed vigour. Tragically, the body recovered from the waters was positively identified as that of the missing swimmer, Jose Daniel Venta Ciro.

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that the body will be handed over to the medical examiner’s office for further investigation. The exact circumstances surrounding the tragic incident are still under investigation, and authorities are working diligently to piece together the events leading up to the young man’s untimely demise.

As the community mourns the loss of a young life, it serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by the sea. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and loved ones of Jose Daniel Venta Ciro during this difficult time.