The Brief A body was found on Sept. 22 near a canal in the area of 36th and Portland Streets. Anyone with information should call Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS. Police say they are investigating a homicide after a man was found dead on Monday near a Phoenix canal. What we know:The Phoenix Police Department says officers on Sept. 22 responded to the area of 36th and Portland Streets and found a body near the canal. What you can do:Anyone with information should contact police at 602-262-6151 or Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS.