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Rabun County Murder: Suspect Captured After A Lengthy Manhunt

Keegan Phillips, the individual suspected in a recent Rabun County murder case, has been apprehended in Hall County on Tuesday afternoon. 

In the Gillsville area, multiple state agencies, including the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, carried out an extensive search leading to a successful arrest. 

They apprehended a suspect who was described as disheveled and dirty. The search involved the utilization of K-9s, drones, and a large perimeter.

The investigation

The investigation began when the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office reached out to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) for assistance on Sunday. 

The focus was on a potential homicide case, with reports of a man found deceased within the county.

Acting on a tip, they began delving into a murder case involving a man who was allegedly killed and left within the county.

Monday saw agents and deputies commence a search within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, resulting in the finding of the victim.

Presently, officials are holding back the victim’s identity, and the cause of death remains undisclosed.

The manhunt

On Tuesday, several agencies began searching for Keegan Phillips in the Gillsville area. 

Phillips, standing at a height of 5’8″ and weighing 170 pounds, boasts distinctive characteristics such as blue eyes, dark brown hair, and noticeable scars on his neck and face. 

Alongside Phillips, the search party captured Paul Edward Stiles, a 62-year-old man.

He was charged with concealing a death and the unlawful disposal of a body in connection to the same murder investigation.

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office, and Hall County deputies, with assistance from multiple other agencies, searched for Phillips for several hours. K-9s, drones, and a large perimeter were used.

Eventually, a K-9 unit from Hall County spotted Phillips on Bryant Quarter Road, and he was taken into custody.

The capture

Phillips, the subject of a pursuit, found himself handcuffed and swiftly escorted out of the wooded area shortly after 7 p.m. 

He was apprehended by vigilant law enforcement personnel.

An account from the driver who kindly offered Phillips a ride reveals that he had been innocently hitchhiking his way out of the vicinity. 

Unaware of his involvement in an ongoing investigation, he remained oblivious. 

As the sun descended, Phillips found himself locked within the walls of the Rabun County Detention Center. 

At present, he remains in custody, awaiting further legal proceedings. While the shadows lengthen, the investigative efforts continue unabated. 

Upon reaching their conclusion, the comprehensive case dossier will be transferred into the capable hands of the Mountain Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. 

This will initiate the subsequent phase of meticulous preparation for potential prosecution.

Final thoughts

The capture of Keegan Phillips, the Rabun County murder suspect, ended a long manhunt that included multiple agencies and resources. 

Law enforcement worked together to locate the suspect, ensuring justice for the victim. The ongoing investigation aims to uncover details about the victim’s death. 

This case demonstrates the power of collaboration between law enforcement agencies in finding suspects and preventing further harm.

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