Inmate Recaptured After Nearly Two Weeks on the Run

Nashville, Tennessee, October 14, 2025

News Summary

Phillip Russell Deason, a 66-year-old inmate, was recaptured by Nashville police after escaping from a job site in Huntsville, Alabama. His escape raised concerns about security measures for inmates working outside prison walls. Deason had been on the run for nearly two weeks before surrendering to authorities in Nashville without incident.

Nashville, Tennessee – Phillip Russell Deason, a 66-year-old inmate, was recaptured by the Metro Nashville Police Department on October 13 at 9:44 a.m. after being on the run for nearly two weeks. Deason had escaped from a job site in Huntsville, Alabama on September 30. Upon his recapture, he surrendered to authorities without incident.

At the time of his escape, Deason was serving a sentence for theft of property, having been sentenced on December 13, 1999, in Montgomery County. His escape was reported by the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) on October 1, detailing that he had left his job location around 6 p.m. on September 30. Following his escape, ADOC issued a request for information from the public regarding Deason’s whereabouts.

Described as being approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing 180 pounds, Deason was last seen wearing blue jeans, a blue and white shirt, and a ball cap. His recapture in Nashville concludes a brief but noticeable period of evasion, marking another incident of inmate escape from assigned job sites.

The 66-year-old’s recapture has raised discussions about the security measures in place for inmates who are assigned to work at external job sites, prompting authorities to review protocols to prevent such escapes in the future.

This incident serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by correctional facilities in managing inmate populations, particularly those allowed to work outside of prison walls. The review of security measures may lead to more stringent guidelines for inmate job assignments, ensuring the safety of the public and the integrity of the justice system.

As the investigation follows through on this escape, the ADOC continues to emphasize the importance of community vigilance in such situations and encourages citizens to remain informed and observant.

FAQ

When was Phillip Russell Deason recaptured?

Phillip Russell Deason was recaptured on October 13 at 9:44 a.m.

How long was Deason on the run?

Deason was on the run for nearly two weeks.

What was Phillip Russell Deason serving a sentence for?

He was serving a sentence for theft of property.

When was Deason’s original sentencing date?

His original sentencing date was on December 13, 1999.

Where did Deason escape from?

Deason escaped from a job site in Huntsville, Alabama.

Key Features of the Article

Feature	Details
Inmate Name	Phillip Russell Deason
Age	66 years old
Recapture Date	October 13, 2023
Escape Duration	Nearly two weeks
Original Sentence	Theft of property
Original Sentencing Date	December 13, 1999
Escape Location	Huntsville, Alabama
Last Seen Attire	Blue jeans, blue and white shirt, ball cap
Physical Description	5 feet 6 inches tall, 180 pounds

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