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Augusta hotel squatter arrested, accused of shooting worker
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - An Augusta hotel shooting led to the arrest of a 31-year-old man, according to the incident report from the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office. On July 6, around 11:44 a.m., deputies responded to Motel 6, 201 Boy Scout Road, for a 41-year-old man with a gunshot wound, according to the incident report from the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office.
Aggravated Assault suspect wanted after shooting on McNutt Way in Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s help in locating an Aggravated Assault suspect. The victim told police that Derrick Gene Kilgore knocked on her door and he shot her. The incident happened July 7th on the 1000 bock of McNutt Way in Augusta. Reports say a witness asked […]
UPDATE: Man wanted by RCSO for terroristic threats and acts has been arrested
UPDATE: According to the Richmond County Sheriff’s office, Zavier Jones, the man wanted for Terroristic Threats and Acts and Possession of a Firearm During a Crime, has been arrested. RICHMOND COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a man wanted for Terroristic Threats and Acts and Possession of a Firearm […]
Alleged July 4th Augusta Mall shooter arrested
AUGUSTA (WJBF) – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office has arrested Derek Blue in connection with the shooting at the Augusta Mall on July 4th. Blue is charged with Aggravated Assault and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime after allegedly shooting Rico Walton in both legs. That is the 2nd time the […]
‘We need to do something’: School community donates to fire victims
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - It’s been a little more than a week since a massive fire impacted families at the Nine Two Six West apartment complex, and now the donations are pouring in. One of the victims is a teacher at Gracewood Elementary School. Now, Gracewood’s principal is stepping...
Augusta suspect wanted after allegedly knocking on door, shooting victim
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a suspect accused of shooting a victim after they opened their front door, authorities announced Thursday. Deputies say they responded to the 1000 block of McNutt Way on July 7 about an aggravated assault that happened around...
Richmond County leaders seek resolution to jail overcrowding
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WFXG) - For months, Augusta city leaders have been looking for a resolution to the growing jail population. Key stakeholders met for a work session Wednesday to discuss reforming the criminal justice system to make things run more efficiently. It’s no secret that the Charles B. Webster Detention...
Alleged Augusta Mall shooter, victim also involved in 2022 gunfight
Richmond County Sheriff's Office records show the suspect and victim in the Fourth of July shooting inside of Augusta Mall knew each other and were involved in a previous shooting in 2022. Derek Lamont Blue, 23, of Augusta, is charged with aggravated assault and possession of a gun during a...
Suspect charged in July 4 Augusta Mall shooting, police scanner audio released
The Richmond County Sheriff's Office has arrested an Augusta man in connection to the Fourth of July shooting inside the Augusta Mall. Derek Lamont Blue, 23, of Augusta, is charged with aggravated assault and possession of a gun during a crime, according to a news release from the sheriff's office.
Suspect sentenced in 2022 murder of Augusta security guard
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A suspect in the 2022 murder of an overnight security guard was sentenced this week, according to officials. Richmond County Superior Court Judge John Flythe sentenced Cornell Thomas to life in prison for murder with the possibility of parole. Thomas is eligible for parole in 30 years.
Suspect identified in latest shooting at Augusta Mall
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - We now have the name of a suspect accused of the latest Augusta Mall shooting, according to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities say Derek Lamont Blue, 23, of Augusta, is accused of the Augusta Mall shooting on July 4th. We’ve gotten the incident report...
Suspect arrested in July 4 Augusta Mall shooting
RICHMOND COUNTY, Ga. (WFXG) - The Richmond County Sheriff's Office has arrested a suspect in connection to the July 4 shooting at the Augusta Mall. Authorities have arrested and charged Derek Blue in the crime. FOX54 has obtained the police report in reference to the mall shooting. In the report,...
Missing in Georgia: Teen girl disappeared several days ago, could be in South Carolina
AUGUSTA, Ga. — Above video: Your Tuesday headlines. Authorities in Georgia need your help finding a missing teenage girl. According to the Richmond County Sheriff's Office, Trinya Avery, 15, was last seen on July 5 in Augusta. She is described as 5 feet 2 inches and 125 pounds. Investigators...
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