Florida Police Arrest Convicted Child Killer Ronald Exantus After Early Release

Arrest of Ronald Exantus

• 👮 Ronald Exantus, convicted of stabbing a 6-year-old boy to death, was arrested in Florida.
• 🚨 The arrest occurred 10 days after his release from prison, which sparked a national outcry.

Background of the Crime

• 🔪 In 2015, Exantus stabbed 6-year-old Logan Tipton during a home invasion near Lexington, Kentucky.
• 🧠 Exantus claimed he had a psychotic break and could not remember the incident.
• ⚖️ A jury found him not guilty of murder by reason of insanity but sentenced him to 20 years for assault.

Early Release and Re-offense

• 🔓 Exantus received an automatic early release due to good behavior and education credits.
• 📍 He was found living in Ocala, Florida, approximately 750 miles from where the crime occurred.
• ⚠️ He failed to register as a felon within 48 hours, which led to his re-arrest.
• 🏫 Authorities noted he was living next to an elementary school.

Family's Reaction

• 💔 Logan Tipton's sister, Coral, and father, Dean, expressed their grief and disbelief.
• 🙏 They found some comfort in knowing Logan's killer is back in custody.
• 😔 The father recalled holding Logan as he took his final breath and expressed a desire for a hug from his son.