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Man wanted in connection with the Bender murder case captured

Jerry Harper

DAWSONVILLE, Ga. — Sheriff Stacy Jarrard reported just minutes ago (2 p.m.) that Dawson County Sheriff’s deputies have Jerry Harper in a traffic stop.

Thursday, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation issued a arrest warrant for Harper, 78, who they believe is connected to the murder of Hannnah Bender in Lumpkin County.

Fetch Your News will have more details as they become available.

Bill Johnson

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