DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) – The Alabama Department of Corrections is searching for an escaped inmate who was last seen Tuesday evening in Huntsville.
Phillip Russell Deason, 66, was reported missing around 7:20 p.m. on September 30 from his assigned work site at United Plating. Deason had been serving time for theft of property at the North Alabama Community Based Facility/Community Work Center under minimum community custody.
Deason is described as a white male, 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing 180 pounds, with red or auburn hair and blue eyes. Officials said he was last seen wearing blue jeans, a blue and white shirt, and a ball cap.
Authorities caution the public not to approach Deason if spotted. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact the Alabama Department of Corrections at 256-350-0876 or 800-831-8825.
Tips can also be submitted anonymously through CrimeStoppers by calling 334-215-STOP (7867) or 1-833-AL1-STOP (833-251-7867). Text messages may be sent by using “215stop” to 738477 to receive a link to an anonymous tip form. Information may also be shared via the P3 Tips app.
The Department of Corrections said the escape remains under investigation.
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