Augusta, GA

Richmond County Sheriff’s Office reviews video showing patrol vehicle hitting dog

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1 hour ago

June 11, 2026

Richmond County Sheriff’s Office reviews video showing patrol vehicle hitting dog

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Richmond County Sheriff’s Office said it has reviewed an incident shown in a social media video that shows one of its patrol vehicles striking a dog.

In a statement, the sheriff’s office said it opened a review immediately after learning of the video and identified the deputy involved. Investigators determined the deputy was en route to a traffic accident when a dog entered the roadway and walked into the patrol vehicle’s path, officials said.

According to the sheriff’s office, the deputy was unaware that the vehicle had struck the dog and did not stop.

As part of the review, the sheriff’s office examined the patrol vehicle’s GPS data and said it confirmed the deputy was not exceeding the posted speed limit at the time of the incident.

The sheriff’s office noted that Georgia law places responsibility on dog owners or custodians to maintain control of their animals when they are off the owner’s property. Owners or custodians may be held civilly liable for damages caused by a dog while it is off their property, the statement said.

Officials said the review found no evidence of criminal misconduct or policy violations by the deputy, concluding the deputy was responding to a call for service, driving within the posted speed limit, and was unaware the dog had been struck.

The sheriff’s office said it understands community concerns and noted pets are valued members of many families and that the agency is committed to reviewing incidents involving its personnel “thoroughly and objectively.”

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Augusta, GA

Deadly Augusta case highlights ongoing concerns about domestic violence across the CSRA

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12 hours ago

June 11, 2026

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Deadly Augusta case highlights ongoing concerns about domestic violence across the CSRA

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – A deadly domestic violence case in Augusta is drawing attention to a problem advocates say continues to affect thousand of families across Georgia and the CSRA.

According to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the 1100 block of Peters Road around 2:56 a.m. Tuesday in reference to a domestice violence incident.

When deputies arrived, they found 42-year-old Sevina Walker unresponsive and suffering from at least one puncture wound. Walker was transported to WellStar MCG, where she later died from her injuries.

Investigators detained 54-year-old Terence Miller at the scene. He has since been charged with murder.

While the investigation remain ongoing, domestic violence advocates say the case serves as a reminder of the challenges many victims face long before violence escalates.

Data from the Georgia Commission on Family Violence shows more than 42,000 family violence incidents were reported statewide in 2024, an increase of 12 percent comapred to the previous year. The commission also reported 159 domestic violence-related deaths across Georgia last year.

Locally, SafeHomes Augusta says is helped more than 1,700 victims and family members throught the CSRA over the past year.

Amiee Hall, executive director of SafeHomes, says recongnizing warning signs early can be critical.

“Threats of violence, isolation from family and friends, controlling behavior, verbal abuse and manipulation are warning signs that should not be ignored,” Hall said.

“When a victim leaves a domestic violence situation, that is the most dangerous time because the abuser is losing power and control,” Hall said. “There still have to be safety measures in place to help protect that victim.”

NewsChannel 6 also spoke with WJBF anchor Dee Griffin, who has publicly shared her experience as a domestic violence survivor.

Griffin says she wants victims to know their lives are worth protecting.

“You may feel like you’ll lose a lot, but the abuser does not deserve the right to take your life,” Griffin said. “Your children deserve to have a parent. Your family and friends deserve to have you.”

Advocates say domestic violence can include physical violence, emotional abuse, threats, intimidation, financial control and isolation.

Anyone experiencing domestic violence or seeking help can contact SafeHomes Augusta for support and resources.

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Deadly Augusta case highlights ongoing conerns about domestic violence across the CSRA

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22 hours ago

June 10, 2026

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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – A deadly domestic violence case in Augusta is drawing attention to a problem advocaties say continues to affect thousand of families across Georgia and the CSRA.