Augusta, GA
1 dead after shooting on 15th Street in Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – One person has died after a shooting on 15th street in Augusta on Sunday, according to authorities.
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office says deputies received a call at 3:59 p.m. on Sunday about a shooting in the 1500 block of 15th Street.
Officials say early details show that one man was showing a handgun to another man when the handgun was accidentally fired and struck the victim in the chest.
The suspect drove the victim to the Wellstar/MCG hospital, where he later died.
Richmond County Coroner Mark Bowen says his offices responded to Wellstar/MCG and the male was shot at least one time.
The suspect is cooperating and the handgun has been recovered.
This is an ongoing investigation and information will be updated when available.
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