Alleged body cover-up, frantic texts to hide wanted Florida murder suspect exposed in escape plot: affidavits

Newly released arrest reports detail how a network of suspected accomplices allegedly helped a wanted fugitive hide a body and hide from law enforcement.

These alleged accomplices are accused of helping deputy-dubbed “master manipulator” Isabelle Rose Johnson, 38, steer clear of cops; she’s been on the run for several weeks.

Johnson, of Florida, is accused of killing Jason Coulthart, 43, whose body was found buried in a shallow grave on a Florida property on June 25. He was last seen alive on May 24.

“Martin Leaverton agreed to call associates and attempt to arrange safe passage and a place to stay for Johnson outside of Florida,” the report said.

Deputies say the Leavertons provided “rides, supplies, and false information to law enforcement about her location.”

Authorities charged the Leavertons with accessory after the fact to first-degree murder.

Alleged accomplices 4 & 5: In another report, more alleged helpers were arrested for assisting Johnson.

Michael White and Kathleen Morris of Santa Rosa, Florida allegedly helped Johnson evade law enforcement after the murder by giving her a place to stay.

After initially denying Johnson had ever been at their home, investigators say the pair later admitted they sheltered her at two properties and provided supplies while she was on the run.

Prosecutors also point to messages they say show Morris offering assistance. After Leaverton replied, “I’m headed there now,” Morris allegedly responded, “We talked — anything I can do to help I will. Don’t forget the backpacks please.”

The couple is charged with accessory to a capital felony after the fact and obstruction.

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The investigation is ongoing.