A man was arrested in Puerto Rico in connection with a June double homicide in southwest Miami-Dade, according to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office. Andres Gonzalez, 73, was taken into custody and is awaiting extradition to Miami-Dade County on charges tied to the deaths of two people.
Arrest and Extradition Details
Gonzalez was taken into custody with assistance from the U.S. Marshals in the Southern District of Florida, the Marshals in Puerto Rico, and Puerto Rican authorities. He is awaiting extradition to Miami-Dade County on charges connected to the double homicide.
An arrest report was not made available regarding Gonzalez’s arrest, so his charges are unknown as of publication.
Discovery of the Victims
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office found the bodies on June 19, 2026, in a rural area located at Southwest 209th Avenue and 168th Street in southwest Miami-Dade. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded to the scene and pronounced both victims dead.
The victims were identified as Roger Arredondo Gonzalez, 61, and Esther Liontos, 58, a Miami-Dade couple.
Scene and Investigation
An adult man was detained at the scene when the bodies were discovered. It is unknown if that detention is connected to the new arrest in any way.
Officials have not disclosed how they believe the couple died.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Miami-Dade Double Homicide
Who was arrested in connection with the double homicide?
Andres Gonzalez, 73, was taken into custody in Puerto Rico. He is awaiting extradition to Miami-Dade County on charges connected to the deaths of two people.
Where were the victims found?
The bodies were found on June 19, 2026, in a rural area located at Southwest 209th Avenue and 168th Street in southwest Miami-Dade.
Who were the victims?
The victims were identified as Roger Arredondo Gonzalez, 61, and Esther Liontos, 58, a Miami-Dade couple.
What agencies assisted with the arrest?
Gonzalez was taken into custody with assistance from the U.S. Marshals in the Southern District of Florida, the Marshals in Puerto Rico, and Puerto Rican authorities.
Was anyone else detained in connection with this case?
An adult man was detained at the scene when the bodies were discovered. It is unknown if that detention is connected to the new arrest.
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