CRIME & SAFETY
Report sheds light on Richmond County deputy’s arrest in Harlem
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - We are learning new details on why a Richmond County deputy was arrested in a Harlem domestic-related incident. An incident report from the Harlem Police Department states that on April 15 around 5:30 p.m., officers made contact with the mother of Deputy Terence Driggers’ son.
Crashes kill pedestrian in Augusta, driver in Burke County
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Traffic accidents on Wednesday were deadly in both Augusta and Burke County. Other wrecks Thursday caused traffic problems in Edgefield County and Aiken. In Burke County. A driver, identified as Trevor James Michael Prevatt, 27 years old, from Temple, Ga., was thrown out of the vehicle...
Woman killed after being hit by a car on Windsor Spring Road
RICHMOND COUNTY, Ga. (WFXG) - One woman has been killed after being hit by a car on Windsor Spring Road near the intersection of Woodlake Road. The Richmond County Coroner tells FOX54 that she was hit by a car heading south while attempting to cross the road Wednesday night. He...
Grovetown daycare worker charged after video shows her pushing over 1-year-old with her foot
A Grovetown daycare worker was recently arrested after allegedly pushing a 1-year-old boy over at Next Generation Learning Center. The 26-year-old Grovetown woman was charged with one count of simple battery and was taken to the Columbia County Detention Center, according to a news release from the Grovetown Police Department.
8th-graders’ dispute in Grovetown spurs criminal charges
GROVETOWN, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Criminal charges are being filed as a result of a fight at Grovetown Middle School, administrators say. Principal Simon Rodriguez told parents about the incident in a letter on Wednesday. A Grovetown day-care employee is facing a simple battery charge after an incident at Next Generation...
Richmond and Columbia County Sheriff's Offices give Prom safety tips
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WFXG) - It's often called one of the biggest nights of your high school years, Prom night, and with those great memories, it can also come with danger. Prom season is in full swing across the U.S. and in the CSRA. Ahead of all the festivities, it's important to stay safe.
Suspect wanted in armed robbery at Circle K on Gordon Highway
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a suspect wanted in connection with an armed robbery at the Circle K on Gordon Highway, according to authorities. Officials say the suspect is wanted for an armed robbery that occurred Wednesday at the Circle K at...
Grovetown P.D. searching for Aggravated Stalking suspect
GROVETOWN, Ga. (WJBF) – The Grovetown Police Department is requesting the public’s help in locating an Aggravated Stalking suspect. 27-year-old Savone Ignatius Clayborne was last seen on the 3200 block of Wrightsboro Road. Reports say he constantly texted, face-timed, left voicemails, and handwritten notes to/for his ex-girlfriend on multiple occasions after having a no contact […]
AU Engage series hosts Human Trafficking panel discussion
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Human trafficking has increased throughout the country, primarily involving children. Local leaders, law enforcement and college staff are taking action at Augusta University through their “AU Engage” series. We learned that right here in Richmond County, many children are victims of trafficking for...
'All clear' issued at Eisenhower Medical Center after threatening call forces lockdown
Eisenhower Army Medical Center has issued an "All Clear" after a threatening call spawned a "Code Black" Thursday morning. As of 11:50 a.m., the Code Black was lifted and the hospital reopened to patients. ...
Student caught with pocket knife at Evans High school
EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Criminal charges are being filed after a student brought a pocket knife to Evans High School and a fracas between eight-graders disrupted instruction at Grovetown Middle School. The pocket knife incident happened Thursday, Evans High School Principal Wade White told parents in a letter. Administrators and...
Smoke across Augusta area caused by controlled burn at Fort Eisenhower
Augusta Fire Department officials said those noticing thick smoke across the Augusta area should not be concerned. The smoke was caused by a controlled burn on the southern portion of Fort Eisenhower, according to the installation's Facebook page. Smoke from the burn is forecasted to travel southwest. ...
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