Three armed inmates, including a life-sentenced murder suspect, escaped from a Georgia jail on Dec. 22, 2025, sparking a manhunt.

Three inmates, including a murder suspect serving a life sentence, escaped from DeKalb County Jail in Decatur, Georgia, early Monday morning, December 22, 2025. Authorities discovered the escape during a routine security check and confirmed the men—Stevenson Charles, 24; Yusuf Minor, 31; and Naod Yohannes, 25—are armed and dangerous. They face serious charges including murder, armed robbery, arson, and assault. Law enforcement, including the U.S. Marshals Service and local agencies, are conducting a joint manhunt. The public is urged to remain vigilant, avoid confrontation, and report any sightings to the Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Tip Line. The exact escape method remains under investigation.