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BREAKING| Two Arrested in Connection with Death of Emily Grace Keene in Franklin County

  • Writer: BTW21
    BTW21
  • May 8
  • 1 min read

Isaiah Kahlil Witcher, Corion Devontae Manns
Isaiah Kahlil Witcher, Corion Devontae Manns


FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va.(BTW21) — Authorities have arrested two men in connection with the death of 24-year-old Emily Grace Keene, the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday.


Corion Devontae Manns, 22, of Henry, and Isaiah Kahlil Witcher, 25, of Bassett, were both taken into custody on May 7, 2025. Each has been charged with:


  • One felony count of Second-Degree Murder

  • One felony count of Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony


Both suspects are being held without bond as they await court proceedings.


The charges stem from an ongoing investigation by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division, which continues to develop leads and gather evidence related to Keene’s death.


Officials have not released further details about the circumstances surrounding the homicide, citing the active nature of the investigation.


Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the case to contact the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office at 540-483-3000.


This is a developing story. Follow BTW21 for ongoing updates as more information becomes available.



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