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Newton woman charged with murder in overdose death of friend
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Jennifer Lynn Phelps, 39, was arrested and charged with the murder of 31-year-old Kristen Deanna Williams on Nov. 20.According to Newton County Sheriff’s Office Public Information Officer Lt. Tyrone Oliver, the charges stem from Williams’ death, which occurred on May 28. Williams reportedly contacted Phelps and asked her to take her to an address in Newton County in order to purchase prescription drugs. Phelps, her husband and the victim allegedly went to the home to purchase drugs and then drove around.