Greene County, MO – A third suspect has been identified and charged in connection with the death of David Costlow, according to the Greene County Sheriff’s Office. Detectives announced Friday that Christopher Key, 51, of Springfield has been charged with Abandonment of a Corpse and is currently being held on a $20,000 bond.
According to investigators, the latest arrest adds to a widening case tied to Costlow’s death earlier this month. Authorities had previously arrested Shannon Phillips, 49, on November 5 on the same charge. Phillips was also booked into the Greene County Jail and is being held on a $20,000 bond.
In a related update, the Sheriff’s Office said charges have been amended for Paul Sartin, who now faces 2nd Degree Murder, Armed Criminal Action, Abandonment of a Corpse, and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Sartin remains in custody without bond.
Sheriff Arnott commended investigators for their persistence, stating, “I’m incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication of our detectives. Two more violent offenders off the street.”
The Greene County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the case. No further details have been released at this time.
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