Panama City Shooting: Preston Roulhac Charged with Murder After Allegedly Using AK-47 to Kill Man at Ex-Girlfriend’s Home

Panama City, Florida — Panama City Police have charged 31-year-old Preston Roulhac with murder and attempted murder following a deadly shooting that left one man dead and authorities searching for the suspect. Roulhac was taken into custody after a manhunt.
According to investigators, Roulhac entered the home of his ex-girlfriend unlawfully and opened fire with an AK-47, striking the victim multiple times. He then allegedly attempted to shoot his ex-girlfriend during the incident. The shooting occurred in the early morning hours at a residence in Panama City.
Roulhac has a prior arrest record in the area, including domestic battery charges that were later dropped. He was considered armed and dangerous during the manhunt, which involved a police chase ending in a crash in Lynn Haven. He was captured in the Mowat Highlands area.
The victim’s identity has not been widely released pending family notification, but police confirmed the incident as a targeted domestic-related shooting. Roulhac is being held without bond and could face additional charges as the investigation continues.
This case has shaken the local community, with residents expressing shock over the violence. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Sources: FOX News affiliates