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2012 Murder Suspect Points Gun At Deputies In Florida, Ending 14-Year Manhunt: DA
A fugitive charged in Pennsylvania with a 2012 murder has been arrested in Florida, ending a 14-year-long manhunt, authorities announced.
Brian “Sonny” Hewson was taken into custody on Friday, Feb. 20, in Charlotte County, Florida, Monroe County District Attorney Mike Mancuso said.
Deputies with the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop in the early morning hours near Harbor Boulevard and Tamiami Trail in Punta Gorda, Florida, on Feb. 20, according to Mancuso.
Hewson was identified as a passenger in the vehicle, and a records check revealed multiple active felony warra…