The Walton County Sheriff's Office released close-up photos of distinctive tattoos believed to belong to Isabelle Rose Johnson, 38, who is wanted on suspicion of murder in the death of Jason Christopher Coulthart. Investigators described multiple identifying marks — including a rose on her left hand, a scorpion running down her left thigh, and an elaborate back tattoo — and warned she may have altered her hair or be using aliases. Coulthart's remains were recovered from a shallow grave under a black Cadillac; the grave was covered in concrete and a white zip tie was found around his neck. Authorities are offering up to $16,000 for information, and five people have been charged with accessory after the fact.
Authorities Release Close-Up Photos of Suspect’s Tattoos as Isabelle Johnson Remains Sought in Murder Case
Isabelle Rose JohnsonCredit: Walton County Sheriff's Office
The Walton County Sheriff's Office has released close-up photographs of distinctive tattoos believed to belong to Isabelle Rose Johnson, 38, who is wanted on suspicion of murder in the death of Jason Christopher Coulthart.
Isabelle Johnson wanted posterCredit: Walton County Sheriff's Office
Identifying Features Released
On July 23, investigators published detailed images focusing on Johnson's tattoos to help the public identify her. The sheriff's office says she is believed to have:
Isabelle Johnson tattooCredit: Walton County Sheriff's Office
- a rose or flower tattoo on her left hand beginning below the thumb and extending toward the index finger,
- a large scorpion tattoo extending from her left buttock down her left thigh,
- a tattoo on her right ankle (design unknown), and
- a large, intricate back piece depicting a winged creature that may be visible when wearing a tank top.
Authorities warned Johnson may have altered her appearance by dyeing or cutting her hair and noted she uses multiple aliases.
Jason Christopher CoulthartCredit: Niceville Police Department
Investigation Details
Johnson is wanted in connection with the death of Jason Christopher Coulthart. Coulthart was reported missing on May 24 to the Niceville Police Department after he was last seen leaving the College Condominiums on East College Boulevard.
Jason Christopher CoulthartCredit: Niceville Police Department/Facebook
On June 25, detectives located the burial site on a property off Sunset Lane in Freeport. A Walton County search warrant executed that day led to the recovery of Coulthart's remains from a shallow grave beneath a black Cadillac. According to an arrest report cited by investigators, the grave was covered in concrete and a large white zip tie was found around the victim's neck. DNA testing by the District 1 Medical Examiner's Office confirmed the remains as Coulthart's on July 9.
Walton County authorities have charged five people with accessory after the fact to a capital felony in connection with the investigation.
How You Can Help
A reward of up to $16,000 has been offered for information leading to Johnson's arrest. She is known to use aliases including Harley, Jessica Elaine Bowman, Jessica Elaine Thrush, Jessica Elaine Thrash, Jessica Dowdy, and possibly Denise, and has ties to Okaloosa and Walton counties in Florida as well as areas of Georgia and Alabama.
"She is known to manipulate individuals into providing her transportation, money, or other assistance using sympathy narratives," the Walton County Sheriff's Office said in its advisory.
Anyone with information about Johnson's whereabouts is urged to contact the Walton County Sheriff's Office at (850) 892-8111. People who wish to remain anonymous may call Emerald Coast Crime Stoppers at (850) 863-TIPS (8477).
Reports and images were released by the Walton County Sheriff's Office and Niceville Police Department; details include statements from official press releases and an arrest report cited by investigators.
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