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Augusta man wanted for shooting at Walker Estates

A suspect is wanted in connection with a shooting that occurred Tuesday night at Walker Estates Apartments on Peach Orchard Road in Augusta.

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Second ‘Water Boys’ shooting suspect cleared of murder

The murder and felony murder charges against 18-year-old Nametrius McClam have been dismissed, according to court documents filed Friday by District Attorney Jared Williams.

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Judge dismisses murder charge in Augusta ‘Water Boys’ killing, citing self-defense

The murder charge against 16-year-old Vincent Hikeem Carter Jr. has been dismissed following a preliminary hearing held Thursday by Judge Shawn Merzlak, who ruled that the teen acted in self-defense during a fatal shooting last month that claimed the life of 14-year-old Deandre Howell.

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Homeless man found dead in abandoned car in Aiken County; no foul play suspected

A tragic discovery was made Wednesday morning in Aiken County when a local homeowner found the body of a Black male inside an abandoned vehicle.

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Alleged Best Buy shooter booked on murder charges, moved to county jail

Augusta man falls through ceiling, bounces off window in bizarre arrest

Columbia County Crime Map: Aug. 31–Sept. 7

Two bodies found in separate incidents across Augusta, investigations underway

Documents: Suspect in Best Buy murders had PTSD, domestic violence history

Domestic dispute turns deadly outside Best Buy in Augusta

Parole denied for Willie Johnson following public outcry

Parole has been denied for Willie L. Johnson following an outcry from the public.

Columbia County Crime Map: Sept. 15-22

During the week of Sept. 15 – 22, a total of 66 crimes were tracked by The Augusta Press from the...

Aiken burglars caught in the act after pistol-whipping resident

Two Aiken burglars were captured by police early Sunday during a home invasion on York Street in which the residents...

Homicide claims life of Hephzibah father

The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide that occurred early Sunday morning on Forest Road.

Richmond County Crime Map: Sept. 11-17

During the week of Sept. 11 – 17, a total of 257 crimes were tracked by The Augusta Press from the...

Missing North Augusta teen found safe in Florida; Suspect arrested

North Augusta Public Safety officers successfully located missing teenager Belinda Orellana Sanchez late Friday night, following a coordinated effort with...