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Deputies: Missing woman thought to be in danger now helping murder suspect

The Butts County Sheriff's Office says Autumn Finlay is helping a murder suspect flee.

BUTTS COUNTY, Ga. — Editor's note: The video in this story is from past coverage on Monday, when Autumn Finlay was thought to be in danger according to law enforcement.

A 21-year-old woman thought to be in 'extreme danger' is now believed to be helping a murder suspect.

On Monday, the Butts County Sheriff's Office said Autumn Finlay was being held against her will by 20-year-old Cody Matthews. 

He's wanted for murder and aggravated assault in connection with a homicide that happened Sunday.

RELATED: Butts County deputies looking for murder suspect, missing woman

On Tuesday morning, the sheriff's office said they now believe Finlay is helping Matthews flee.

She's wanted for aiding and abetting a fugitive, according to a Facebook post from the sheriff's office.

If you see these people, they ask you call 911 immediately. They're considered armed and dangerous.

A cash reward is being offered for any information leading to their arrests, the sheriff's office said.

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