The former Florida scientist who accused state officials of manipulating coronavirus data turned herself in on Sunday and then announced she has tested positive for the virus, according to a new report. 

Rebekah Jones, a state data scientist who was fired late last year, turned herself in to Leon County police days after a warrant was issued for her arrest. Jones is charged with one count of offenses against users of computers, computer systems, computer networks and electronic devices, CNN reported

Jones was released on Monday and reportedly announced to reporters that she had tested positive for coronavirus as she left the Leon County Detention Facility after posting bail.

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The scientist had stated her intention to surrender to police in a series of tweets over the weekend. 

“To protect my family from continued police violence, and to show that I'm ready to fight whatever they throw at me, I'm turning myself into police in Florida Sunday night,” Jones tweeted. “The Governor will not win his war on science and free speech. He will not silence those who speak out.” Read more at The Hill