Suspect in Double Murder Shot by Deputy After Canal and Tree Escape Attempt

Suspect Apprehended After Escape Attempt

• 🎯 Isaiah Collins, a 27-year-old suspect wanted for two counts of first-degree murder, was apprehended in Miami Gardens.
• 🏃‍♂️ Collins attempted to evade capture by crossing the Florida Turnpike, jumping into a canal, swimming across, and then climbing a tree.
• 📍 An off-duty officer spotted Collins, initiating a chase that concluded with a Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office deputy firing their weapon.

Deputy Involved Shooting Details

• 💥 The deputy fired their weapon when Collins reportedly failed to comply while in the tree, hitting him at least once in the arm.
• 🏥 Collins, despite being shot, remained in the tree until special response team members took him into custody.
• ⚠️ Authorities did not immediately recover a firearm on Collins, but divers were engaged to search the canal.

Background of the Case

• 🗓️ Collins was wanted in connection with a double murder that occurred on September 10th, where a man and woman were found dead.
• 🏠 He was known to live with his grandmother, but his whereabouts were unknown prior to his apprehension.
• ⚖️ Collins will face charges related to the shooting incident in addition to the existing murder charges.
• 🔍 The FDLE is investigating the deputy-involved shooting, and thankfully, no deputies were injured.