Miami’s tight-knit dance community is reeling after the death of Michael‑Anthony Leones Espino, a 28‑year‑old Miami performer known professionally as Mykee. He was found dead Monday in west Miami‑Dade near Southwest 162nd Avenue and Southwest 138th Terrace, authorities said. Leones Espino had been reported missing after he was last seen Sunday leaving the 14200 block of Southwest 161st Court. The Miami‑Dade Sheriff's Office has described his death as an apparent suicide.
On Tuesday the Miami‑Dade Sheriff's Office confirmed the discovery and said the body was found near train tracks. Earlier in the day, deputies had announced a death investigation in the same area, according to NBC 6 South Florida. The station reported that deputies had urged the public to "use extreme caution when making contact with the missing person." Officials have not released additional details about what happened in the hours between his disappearance and the discovery of his body.
Last Seen in West Miami‑Dade
Family members and detectives quickly circulated missing‑person flyers after Leones Espino was last seen Sunday around 12:30 p.m. leaving the 14200 block of Southwest 161st Court, as reported by Local 10. The outlet captured deputies blocking off the street outside his family’s home while the search and investigation were underway. A friend who knew him from Florida International University told the station that Leones Espino was intensely devoted to his craft and to the art of dance.
Tour Work and Online Presence
Leones Espino built a career on the road as a touring dancer, performing onstage with Latin superstars including Rauw Alejandro and Rosalía, according to El Nuevo Día. Coverage noted videos shared online that showed him backstage and getting ready for Rauw Alejandro's Cosa Nuestra tour, as well as appearing during the Saturno tour. As word of his disappearance spread, fans and colleagues reposted missing‑person alerts across social platforms while authorities searched for him.
How to Help and Where to Get Support
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Miami‑Dade Sheriff's Office at 305‑715‑3300 or 305‑715‑3214, or reach Miami‑Dade Crime Stoppers at 305‑471‑TIPS, according to Local 10. For people in crisis, call or text 988 or visit the 988 Lifeline for confidential support and resources. Leones Espino’s family has asked for privacy while investigators continue their work.
His death has drawn an outpouring of condolences from peers in the Miami dance world and a wave of concern on social media. Authorities say the investigation remains active and are asking anyone who might know something to come forward so they can better understand what led to his death.
