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Manhunt Expands for Isabelle Johnson After Remains Identified in Freeport

Law enforcement expanded a three-state search so people report tips to 911 rather than approach the suspect

Overview

  • Investigators say human remains found on June 25 on a Freeport property were later confirmed by DNA to be Jason Christopher Coulthart, who was reported missing on May 24.
  • Isabelle Rose Johnson, 38, is wanted on an open count of murder and is described by authorities as dangerous, frequently using aliases and changing her appearance to evade capture.
  • A combined reward of $11,000 has been posted by Emerald Coast Crime Stoppers and the Florida Sheriffs' Association with additional law-enforcement offers reported by federal partners in later coverage.
  • Five people have been arrested and charged with accessory after the fact to a capital felony for allegedly helping Johnson evade investigators, and deputies say they will hold anyone who knowingly aided her accountable.
  • Authorities have widened searches across Florida, Georgia and Alabama, released updated photos, and urge anyone with information to call 911 or Emerald Coast Crime Stoppers rather than approach the suspect.