Augusta, GA
Man accused of throwing explosive device into downtown Augusta crowd
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – A Burke County man is accused of throwing an explosive device into a crowd on Broad Street and is now facing several charges.
It happened amid the extended July Fourth weekend as fireworks are in abundant supply – and in the same place where a shooting on a crowded sidewalk panicked downtown visitors nearly a month ago.
In this latest incident, Davon Reed, 25, is charged with possession of an explosive device to kill or injure and the obstruction of a law enforcement officer.
On July 5 around 1 a.m., while on routine patrol of 10th Street and Jones Street, deputies with the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office came in contact with Reed. Deputies observed Reed throwing an explosive device into a crowd of pedestrians at the intersection of Broad Street and 10th Street.
Deputies said there were approximately 20 pedestrians present when Reed shot the explosive device into the crowd.
While deputies attempted to detain Reed, Reed fled from deputies by foot, according to an incident report from The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office.
According to deputies, they commanded Reed to stop and Reed ignored the commands.
The incident report goes on to say Deputy Nicholas Boyd deployed his county-issued Taser X7, causing one probe to strike Reed in the lower right leg. The other probe did not strike Reed.
After failing to obtain neuromuscular incapacitation, Deputy Boyd then deployed his second taser cartridge. The second taser cartridge did not strike Reed.
While still running, Reed ran into the intersection of 10th Street and Jones Street, where he tripped and fell to the ground.
After falling to the ground, Deputy Boyd was able to handcuff and arrest Reed.
This arrest comes after News 12 received a video of what looks to be people throwing a device with sparks into the street.
News 12 has requested a mug for Reed and will continue to follow this story as more updates come.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The VA Augusta Healthcare System cut the ribbon on its new emergency ambulance service on Thursday.
The in-house medical transportation program is designed to ensure specialized care for veterans with complex medical needs.
“So we have two new ambulances that we have put into service officially,” said James Doelling, the interim executive director of VA Augusta Healthcare System. “This is for us to be able to, through patient safety and get veterans where they need to be, when they need to be, to make sure we’re given the best care anywhere in our nation’s heroes. We’re really excited. As you are aware, we are the only four star facility in the Augusta area, and this is only going to make us even better and deliver exceptional care to our heroes.”
The VA said it hopes the service will reduce delays and better support veterans.
Photojournalist credit: Dania Alawir
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – A driver is in custody after leading Richmond County deputies on a chase that ended in a rollover crash Thursday evening.
Richmond County Sheriff’s Office deputies say they attempted to stop a black BMW sedan with no registration plate on Tubman Home Road at Gordon Highway around 6:30 p.m.
The driver, Willie Junior Brown, 33, failed to stop and led deputies on a pursuit, according law enforcement.
Deputies say Brown lost control of the vehicle on the 2500 block of Blueberry Drive, striking an unoccupied 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Brown’s vehicle rolled over and he then attempted to flee on foot before being taken into custody.
Deputies say Brown was transported to a hospital for treatment.
Several criminal charges are forthcoming and the investigation is ongoing.
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