ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. – In an unusual twist to a manhunt, a suspect wanted for a Florida shooting was discovered folded inside a dryer, according to officials from the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office. The dramatic arrest took place on Friday after deputies received a tip that led them to a residence along Edgewater Drive.

David Jerome Jackson, 31, had been on the run since a shooting incident in March. The details of the shooting had left the community on edge, as Jackson was believed to be armed and dangerous. The sheriff’s office had been actively searching for him, following multiple leads that eventually brought them to the suburban home in Escambia County.

Upon arrival at the residence, deputies conducted a meticulous search. The house was thoroughly inspected room by room, with law enforcement officers ensuring that every possible hiding spot was checked. The search was painstaking, reflecting the seriousness of the charges against Jackson.

After an exhaustive sweep of the main living areas, officers proceeded to the laundry room. It was here, in an unexpected hiding spot, that they discovered Jackson. He was found inside the dryer, attempting to conceal himself in a manner that the sheriff’s office later described as "folded, not so neatly" within the cramped space of the dryer drum.

The scene was reportedly a mix of tension and absurdity. The sheriff’s office humorously recounted the moment on their Facebook page, highlighting the combination of emotions on Jackson’s face: guilt from his actions, embarrassment at his predicament, and discomfort from the heat inside the dryer. This added a touch of levity to what was otherwise a serious operation.

Deputies then set about the delicate task of extracting Jackson from the dryer. The process required careful maneuvering as they pulled him out "one limb at a time." Despite the unusual circumstances of his capture, the officers ensured that the procedure was conducted safely and without incident.

Jackson was promptly taken into custody following his extraction from the dryer. The charges against him are severe and include shooting into a dwelling, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, damage to property, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Each charge reflects the gravity of his alleged actions and his previous criminal history.

The sheriff’s office used this unusual arrest as a moment to remind the public of the unpredictable nature of law enforcement work and the lengths to which suspects might go to evade capture. They also emphasized their commitment to bringing criminals to justice, no matter how creative or desperate their attempts to hide might be.

This incident quickly became a talking point in the community, with many residents expressing relief that Jackson was finally apprehended. The unusual circumstances of his capture added a surreal twist to the ongoing efforts of the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office to maintain safety and order in the region.