Man wanted in double murder in New York may be in Florida: 'Armed and dangerous'
VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. - UPDATE: The man who was wanted for a double homicide in Binghamton, New York, has been found.
The Volusia County Sheriff's Office said they found 50-year-old Scott C. Mitchell at a McDonald's near Tamoka Farms Road and U.S. 92.
Previous reporting
Florida deputies are searching for a man suspected of killing two people in New York, following his sighting in Volusia County, authorities said.
Who is the suspect?
What we know:
The Volusia Sheriff's Office is searching for 50-year-old Scott C. Mitchell, who is wanted for double homicide in Binghamton, New York.
The vehicle he was last seen driving, a Ford F-150 with the South Carolina plate VCK 706, has been recovered by investigators.
Deputies believe he may be on foot.
What we don't know:
Investigators confirmed that Mitchell was in DeLand, but his current whereabouts remain unknown.
Further details about where his vehicle was located and additional information regarding the New York double homicide investigation have not yet been released.
What you can do:
He is considered armed and dangerous. If you see him, you're asked to call 911.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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The Source: This story was written based on information shared by the Volusia Sheriff's Office.