DELRAY BEACH, Fla. — The search for a missing Delray Beach man has come to a heartbreaking end. Authorities confirmed on Friday that Ronald Genua Jr., who had been missing since earlier this month, was found dead in Pompano Beach, bringing a somber close to a case that had gripped the local community with hope and concern.
According to the Delray Beach Police Department (DBPD), Genua had gone silent shortly after leaving a treatment facility earlier in October. He was last seen on October 9, and after October 10, all contact with family and friends abruptly stopped. His sudden disappearance prompted authorities to issue a Missing and Endangered Adult Alert, as loved ones feared for his safety.
For days, members of the Delray Beach community joined police in the search effort, sharing flyers and social media posts, hoping to bring Genua home safely. Sadly, those hopes were shattered when investigators confirmed that his body had been discovered in Pompano Beach.
In a heartfelt public statement, the Delray Beach Police Department expressed their condolences:
“It is with great sadness that we share that Ronald Genua Jr. has been located deceased in Pompano Beach. Our thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time. We sincerely thank everyone who shared our post and showed care and concern in helping to locate him.”
Authorities have not released details about how or when Genua’s body was found, though they noted that foul play is not suspected at this time. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death remains ongoing, with officials awaiting final findings from the Broward County Medical Examiner’s Office.
Genua was described as a white male, approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing around 160 pounds, with brown and gray hair. Police had previously cautioned the public not to approach him if spotted, instead urging anyone with information to call their non-emergency line.
Friends and family have been left heartbroken by the news, describing Genua as a kind-hearted and warm individual who had recently been focusing on personal recovery and rebuilding his life. His disappearance had brought together hundreds across Palm Beach and Broward counties in a shared effort to help find him.
Local residents expressed their grief online, flooding the police department’s post with messages of sympathy and remembrance. “This is such tragic news,” one friend wrote. “He was a good person who deserved more time — may he rest peacefully.”
As the investigation continues, Delray Beach police are asking the public to respect the family’s privacy while they mourn.
This tragedy marks yet another reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of mental health awareness and community support. For many, Ronald Genua Jr.’s story serves as both a painful loss and a call to look out for those who may be struggling in silence.
The Delray Beach Police Department thanked everyone who assisted in the search and extended their deepest sympathies to Genua’s loved ones.
May Ronald Genua Jr. rest in peace, and may his family and friends find comfort in the love and support surrounding them during this time of sorrow.