Augusta, GA
“I’ll kill you right now:” Sheriff’s office provides update on Augusta Burger King incident
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Richmond County Sheriff’s Office has provided an update on the incident that happened last month at the Burger King on Deans Bridge Road.
Deputies initially went to the restaurant on Jan 22 shortly after 5:30 p.m. for a physical altercation with reports of shots fired.
After arriving, investigators determined that Octavione Collier and another person had been involved in a verbal and physical confrontation inside the restaurant.
They were both initially charged with disorderly conduct related to fighting, and a firearm was secured at the scene.
Due to the reported presence of a handgun during the incident, investigators reviewed all statements and evidence to determine whether additional charges were appropriate.
During the investigation, the other person involved said Collier pulled out a firearm during the altercation. The business manager said she heard someone yell that shots were going to be fired. A witness on the scene told investigators that Collier told the individual, “I’ll kill you right now,” while he could see a firearm in Collier’s waistband, according to authorities.
Deputies located Collier at the scene and detained him.
Officials say during a mirandized interview, Collier said that the firearm had been in his waistband during the altercation before he placed it inside a vehicle at the scene, where deputies located the firearm.
Based on witness statements, Collier’s admission, and the recovery of the firearm, investigators determined additional charges were warranted, officials say.
Collier was charged with terroristic threats and acts and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime.
On February 13, 2026, Collier was denied bond.
“I want to commend our initial responding deputies for their quick response and professionalism in securing the scene and ensuring that no one was seriously injured. Their actions helped bring a dangerous situation under control. I also want to recognize our investigators for their thorough follow-up and commitment to ensuring that the appropriate charges were pursued based on the evidence,” said Sheriff Eugene Brantley.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Students showcased drones they built during a two-week summer camp at Augusta Regional Airport on Friday.
12 junior and high school students attended the camp, where they learned to fly and build drones designed to help others.
Anderson Puryear, a student, said the camp focused on delivering small medical supplies.
“It was focused on delivering small medical supplies like an EPI pen or glucose packet for like diabetics and for people with allergies in need in the real world that could obviously help save lives, and if people are like in a place in a boat or like in the desert or in the forest where they can’t easily access those supplies it can save their lives,” Puryear said.
The airport partnered with Georgia Tech, state troopers and the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Department for the Air Edu Summer Camp.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The 10th annual Juneteenth Augusta Festival brought families to the Augusta Fairgrounds on Friday despite the muggy heat.
Cultural and community-focused events, live music performances and food trucks were available at the celebration.
Tonia Hill, attending the Juneteenth celebration, said she loves the holiday and is supporting the community, though she acknowledged the weather conditions.
“I love Juneteenth. And I’m supporting everybody. It’s hot. It’s hot. It’s hot,” Hill said.
The festival runs until 10 p.m.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The Augusta Dream Center is seeing more families turn to its food pantry this summer as children lose access to school lunches.
Organizations like the Augusta Dream Center see a surge in families who relied on school lunches during the academic year, according to Hallie Kohan, assistant director.
“We see a lot more families that have young kids who are in need that simply don’t have those meals they are normally getting,” Kohan said. “We see an influx of families that come through.”
Demand is up, but the food supply is not keeping pace.
“Right now we are having some food distribution issues so while we are seeing an increase in families, we are seeing a decrease in the amount of food coming through our doors,” Kohan said.
The center is asking the community to host food drives or donate kid-friendly items such as mac and cheese and oatmeal.
Every Sunday the Dream Center opens its doors for a hot meal, serving as many as 120 people.
“Families can come in and get their hot meal. They sit down, it’s dignified, it’s a diner,” Kohan said. “It’s a welcoming experience for kids to come in and not feel like they are in need.”
No paperwork is required to receive help.
“Just because you think someone is in a great situation, in today’s economy you never know,” Kohan said. “It could be your neighbor, mom, or best friend.”
The Augusta Dream Center food pantry is open Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon and Thursdays from 5 to 6 p.m. Hot meals are served Sundays from 5 to 6 p.m.
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