Phipps v. State

Smith, Judge.

Carroll Wilford Phipps appeals his conviction for the involuntary manslaugher of Russell Rarick alleging his pretrial statement was not taken in accord with the requirements of Miranda v. Arizona, 384 U. S. 436 (86 SC 1602, 16 LE2d 694) (1966) and the prosecutor’s closing argument contained inaccuracies and was highly inflammatory and prejudicial. We affirm.

Following his apprehension, the appellant was questioned by members of the homicide squad at the Atlanta Police Department. After being advised of his Miranda rights, the appellant signed a waiver of counsel and then stated he…