COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – In a dramatic turn of events, a suspect wanted in connection with a Florida murder case was apprehended in Colorado after a high-speed chase that gripped the city. U.S. Marshals, acting on a warrant, arrested 28-year-old DeShawn Fang, who was sought for his alleged involvement in the shooting death of 15-year-old Joel Vilsaint in Miramar earlier this year.
The pursuit, which reached speeds of up to 115 mph, concluded at a bustling shopping center in Colorado Springs, where bystanders watched in shock as law enforcement vehicles swarmed the area. Witnesses described the tense scene as officers, with weapons drawn, closed in on the suspect. Businesses in the vicinity, including a physical therapy office and a salon, were caught in the midst of the unfolding drama.
The arrest marks a significant development in a case that has haunted the Miramar community since Vilsaint’s untimely death. Initially, 26-year-old Julian Selmon was taken into custody for the homicide, but recent investigations led authorities to Fang, who reportedly fled Florida to evade capture.
According to the U.S. Marshals, the Florida Caribbean Regional Fugitive Task Force, based in Fort Lauderdale, uncovered information suggesting Fang’s presence in Colorado. This intelligence prompted a coordinated effort to locate and apprehend him. Utilizing a rental car as a lead, investigators tracked Fang’s movements, culminating in the high-stakes pursuit.
During the chase, Fang was accompanied by two other individuals, who were later released by authorities. Eyewitnesses recounted seeing the pair standing on the sidewalk with their belongings as the situation unfolded. Despite an attempt to flee on foot, Fang and his companions were swiftly detained by law enforcement.
Fang is currently held in Colorado, awaiting extradition to Florida, where he faces charges of second-degree murder. The swift action by U.S. Marshals underscores the collaborative efforts of law enforcement agencies across state lines to bring fugitives to justice.
This arrest brings a measure of closure to a case that has left a community mourning and seeking answers. As the legal process continues, the focus now shifts to ensuring that justice is served for the young victim and his family.