Augusta, GA
One arrested in downtown Augusta shooting, GBI releases new information
Video: Broad Street shooting press conference
Richmond County Sheriff Richard Roundtree, Mayor Garnett Johnson, and Commissioner Jordan Johnson held a press conference to discuss the shooting on Broad Street.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation on Sunday released more information about the multi-block shootout in downtown Augusta early Saturday that left three people injured.
The suspect, who was shot by Richmond County sheriff’s deputies, was identified by the GBI as Amazing Lee Blessed Brigham, 19, of Hephzibah. He is in custody, charged with two counts of aggravated assault and possession of a gun during a crime.
New information released by GBI
Just before 1:15 a.m. Saturday, three Richmond County deputies were working off-duty jobs at Solé restaurant, located at 1033 Broad St., when they heard multiple gunshots, according to the release.
The deputies responded to the gunshots and “encountered a man outside of the restaurant holding an assault pistol,” according to the GBI. Two of the three deputies shot at the suspect, hitting the suspect at least once.
Two other bystanders were also hit by gunfire and sustained superficial gunshot wounds, according to the release.
Sheriff Richard Roundtree said during a press conference Saturday the deputies “found what appeared to be at least two males exchanging gunfire in the middle of a crowded sidewalk” and “one of the suspects was firing an assault weapon into a crowd of bystanders,” according to previous reporting.
More: Augusta sheriff, mayor try to reassure downtown residents after Saturday shootout
The GBI is still investigating who shot the rounds that hit the two bystanders.
The suspect and bystanders were taken to a local hospital and treated for their gunshot wounds, according to the release.
The GBI noted the gunfire outside of the restaurant was between the suspect and “multiple other unidentified individuals” and the gunfight covered an area of two to three blocks, according to the release.
GBI agents confirmed there is bodycam footage and surveillance footage from multiple nearby businesses.
The GBI reported the motive behind the gunfight is unknown, but multiple weapons and evidence were recovered at the crime scene, including seven vehicles hit by gunfire. Several businesses in the area suffered damage from the many gunshots that were fired.
No deputies were injured during the encounter, according to the GBI and sheriff’s office.
The GBI will conduct an independent investigation, according to the release. Once complete, the case file will be given to the Augusta District Attorney’s Office for review.
The GBI is asking for anyone with information, photos, or video footage related to this incident to provide it to the GBI or the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office. The GBI communications center can be reached at (404) 244-2600. Confidential tips for the sheriff’s office can be posted online at www.richmondcountysheriffsoffice.com/crime-tip.cfm.
AUGUSTA, Ga. — Dozens of junior golfers have received their invitations to play the Drive, Chip and Putt finals at Augusta National Golf Club, including a local boy who is no stranger to the course.
Kipp Madison from Evans won back in 2024 in the boys 12 to 13 age group. Now he has moved up to the 14-15 division.
Another Georgia teen is competing in the finals as well. Her name is Moa Kim and she is from Duluth.
The 13-year-old Kim is one of 80 finalists competing at the start of Masters week in the annual Drive, Chip and Putt Championships after dominating regionals at TPC Sawgrass.
“I think I did really good,” Kim said.
Kim finished first by 10 points for all national qualifiers in the women’s age 12-to-13 competition.
“Most people can’t just go and play at Augusta,” Kim said.
Kim said she wants to play in high school, then in college. But for now, she is focused on the competition.
“I just want to have fun,” Kim said. “Maybe if I win my parents will do something really nice for me.”
Here’s the full list on invitees to the finals:
The Drive, Chip & Putt finals will be played April 5. Masters week is April 6-12.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – A white Subaru Forester drove through a Verizon storefront while attempting to park in a front parking space, according to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office.
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office said it responded to the Verizon store, 254 Robert C. Daniel Parkway, for a single-vehicle crash.
The occupants of the vehicle reported no injuries, but one person inside the store reported minor injuries, the agency said.
Around 3 p.m. Thursday, an employee on the scene told News 12 that an elderly couple was parked in front of the store; the woman’s leg locked up, and she drove straight ahead.
Verizon released a statement saying, ”We are working to restore the location and reopen it as quickly as possible, with safety remaining our top priority. In the meantime, and as always, customers are encouraged to use our store locator to find nearby local Verizon stores. Our verizon.com website, My Verizon app and 1-800-VERIZON numbers are open 24/7 to serve customer needs.”
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Dramatic video shows an out-of-control SUV smashing into scaffolding
An SUV crashed into a scaffolding outside a restaurant in White Plains, New York, narrowly missing pedestrians and traffic.
The Augusta Exchange became somewhat chaotic on Thursday.
Richmond County Sheriff’s Office reported Thursday on social media that a white Subaru Forester crashed into the front of a Verizon store after accelerating from the parking lot.
Where in Augusta was the Verizon car crash?
The Verizon store in question is located at 254 Robert C. Daniel Jr. Pkwy.
What caused the Verizon car crash in Augusta?
The cause of the crash is still under investigation, but RCSO said the driver remained on the scene and has reportedly been cooperating with authorities.
Who was injured in Verizon car crash in Augusta?
A patron inside the store was injured. Emergency responders arrived on the scene, evaluated the patron, and the extent of the injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening. No other injuries have been reported at this time.
Miguel Legoas is a Deep South Connect Team Reporter for USA Today. Find him on Instagram @miguelegoas and email at mlegoas@gannett.com.
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