Florida woman, 81, arrested in murder-for-hire plot after sharing plan with undercover detective, sheriff says

Detectives launched an investigation and arranged for Leland to meet with an undercover law enforcement officer posing as a hitman.

During the meeting on Friday, authorities said Leland discussed details of the alleged plan and agreed to provide payment in exchange for committing the murder. Detectives then obtained a warrant and arrested her without incident.

Authorities said detectives determined no other individuals were involved and that there is no danger to the intended victim.

"Thanks to the quick actions of our Criminal Investigations Division and partnership with the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, we were able to prevent the senseless murder of another," Sheriff David Vincent said in a statement. "This case is yet another example of how we are stronger together."