Casey White

Publicly Reported Escape and Murder-Related Defense Matter

Practice Area

Criminal Defense / High-Profile Defense

Status

Publicly reported completed matter

Case Overview

Nick Lough was part of the defense team representing Casey White in connection with the widely reported Lauderdale County jail escape involving corrections officer Vicky White. Public reporting states that Casey White pleaded guilty to first-degree escape and that the felony murder charge connected to Vicky White’s death was dismissed as part of the plea agreement.

This matter received national media attention because of the 11-day manhunt, the circumstances of the escape, and the later legal proceedings.

The Escape

On April 29. 2022, Casey White escaped from the Lauderdale County Jail in Alabama with the assistance of corrections officer Vicky White.

Manhunt

Authorities conducted an extensive search across multiple states. The case captured national headlines due to the 11 day manhunt

Court Proceedings

Casey White was charged with first degree escape and felony murder in connection with the death of Vicky White.

Resolution

Public reporting states that Casey White pleaded guilty to first degree and the felony murder charge was dismissed as part of the plea agreement.

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