Aiken sheriff’s candidate featured on TV One’s ‘Deadly Case Files’

Date: September 16, 2024

Lucas Grant, a candidate for Aiken County Sheriff and former homicide detective, will be prominently featured in an upcoming episode of TV One’s true crime series, Deadly Case Files.

Scheduled to air at 10 p.m. Monday (Sept. 16), the episode examines Grant’s involvement in the investigation of two related deaths in Augusta.

Grant led the investigation into the 2018 murders of Esau Royal and Ashley Knowles in Richmond County. The episode will provide a detailed account of the case, including the investigative strategies and challenges faced during the probe. Grant’s role in resolving these complex cases is highlighted through a presentation of his methods and the case’s resolution.

Lucas Grant

“I’ve dedicated my career to seeking justice for victims and their families, and this case was one of the most challenging and rewarding investigations of my career,” Grant said in a press release. “I’m honored to share this story with Deadly Case Files and hope it underscores the importance of bringing closure to victims of violent crimes.”

This feature reflects Grant’s experience and expertise in homicide investigations. The episode aims to offer viewers a comprehensive understanding of the investigative process and the efforts involved in solving high-profile cases.

Grant, a Democrat, will face Republican Marty Sawyer in the November election for sheriff, a race that will replace retiring Sheriff Michael Hunt.

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The Author

Greg Rickabaugh is an award-winning crime reporter in the Augusta-Aiken area with experience writing for The Augusta Chronicle and serving as publisher of The Jail Report. He also owns AugustaCrime.com. Rickabaugh is a 1994 graduate of the University of South Carolina and has appeared on several crime documentaries on the Investigation Discovery channel. He is married with two daughters.

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