FRANKLIN COUNTY, VA — Corion Devontae Manns, 22, of Henry, and Isaiah Kahlil Witcher, 25, of Bassett, were arrested on May 7, 2025, in connection with the death of 24-year-old Emily Grace Keene. The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office announced their arrest on Wednesday.
Charges
Both Manns and Witcher face the following charges:
Second-Degree Murder (Felony)
Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
The suspects are being held without bond as they await their court proceedings.
Investigation
The charges stem from an ongoing investigation by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division. Authorities have not released further details about the circumstances of Keene’s death, as the investigation remains active.
Anyone with information related to the case is encouraged to contact the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office at 540-483-3000.
