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Larry Phelps

Case from Walker, GA dated Jul 22, 2002

Victim Details

Name

Larry Phelps

Gender

Male

Race

White / Caucasian

City

Walker

State

GA

Date Of Death

2002-07-22

Age At Death

62

First Name

Larry

Last Name

Phelps

Last Updated

07/09/2026

Case Description

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In the summer of 2002, a quiet community in Walker County, Georgia, was shaken by the brutal killings of two brothers. Larry Phelps, a 62-year-old male, and his older brother, Arvine Phelps, aged 69, were spending their day clearing land at the Mountain Top Boys Home, a residence for teenagers with juvenile court histories. The brothers, both retired teachers and active members of their local churches, were known for their willingness to help others.

Their charitable work on July 22, 2002 ...

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Larry Phelps, age 62 - National Gun Violence Memorial

Donnie Allen Hulett | Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderers

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Forum Posts (3)

I've been following the Phelps case and something that really stands out to me is the location where... ...Read More
04/10/2024

I’ve been following the case of Larry and Arvine Phelps’ murder, and one aspect that really stan... ...Read More
01/08/2024

I’ve been thinking about the role of the Mountain Top Boys Home in Larry and Arvine Phelps’ murd... ...Read More
06/10/2023

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