According to the incident report, the deputy found a clear gallon-sized plastic bag filled with suspected methamphetamine in a carboard box intended to hold an iron. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. Quick action is what prompted radiology technician and USC Aiken nursing student Danny Granade to help save the life of his co-worker and friend. Kevin Coatney Jr., 20, of Augusta, in January 2022 was shot and killed in a parking lot while Our new Privacy Policy will go into effect on January 1st, 2023. The inmate, identified Wednesday as Alvin Yarbary Jr., 18, of Augusta, filed an officer grievance and made the report of Alex Murdaugh arrives at the Colleton County Courthouse for sentencing. There was a large law enforcement presence Tuesday afternoon on Sedgefield Drive in south Augusta. The infamously low Olive Road bridge has been struck again. AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - A multiple car accident has been confirmed in Aiken on Friday night. At the scene, patrol units from the Aiken County Sheriffs Office were being loaded onto the back of a tow truck. Youre living in a situation or you happen to see, you know, traumatic situations, friends are getting killed, you know, when these violent, are assaulted in these violent crimes. Maybe you become another person," Newman replied, noting Murdaugh . March 13, 2020. The GeoServices Division is responsible for management, coordination and application of all GIS functions at Aiken County, including the county's GIS Enterprise Geodatabase, and for 911 addressing of the entire county excepting the incorporated areas of North Augusta. The video of a 2021 interview that was posted online about two weeks ago shows a witness offering to provide information in the investigation into Young Thug in exchange for leniency, the newspaper reported. By Patrick Phillips, Steven Ardary, Blair Sabol and Michal Higdon One of the 12 jurors in the Alex Murdaugh murder trial was removed because of what the judge called "inappropriate conversations". The greater Augusta area has also grown since 2010. It depends, Family shot in head at Florida home: sheriff, Infants death linked to contaminated breast pump,, Augusta Jaguars are headed to the PBC Championship, Georgias Carter will try to protect draft status, North Augusta Lady Jackets are once again queens, Augusta Jags get a big win in Round 1 of the PBC, USC Aiken Pacers make it to Round 2 of the Peach, Giving Your Best: Help support Project Refreshs, MTVs Siesta Key star Brandon Gomes shares his love, You might not have to shovel snow off your car, but, Alex Murdaugh sentenced to life in prison for murders, Reaction to school bus joyride in McDuffie County, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Alex Murdaugh arrives at the Colleton County Courthouse for sentencing. Ralliers bring attention to legislation that would make it a misdemeanor to store, transport or abandon an unsecured firearm in a place where children have access. Russell was taken to Augusta University Medical Center. Burke County deputies arrested a man accused of causing injuries in a shooting incident that sent one victim to the hospital. AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A male juvenile suffered a gunshot wound to the ankle in an incident reported Friday at Cricket, 2754 Peach Orchard Road, according to officials. bmoorman@aikenstandard.com, Murdaughs fall from grace ends in life sentence for murder, Wagener man charged after theft of dump truck, weapons, SLED investigates officer involved shooting; suspect taken into custody, The Berkeley Independent - Moncks Corner, SC, St. Mary's salutes priest in preparation for career shift, New Orleans-style funeral parade kicks off 15th Joye in Aiken festival, Lindsey Graham to lead Senate Republican fundraising efforts in Montana, Ohio, West Virginia, Aiken man faces kidnapping charges after domestic dispute, Aiken County man arrested for alleged 2021 sexual assault, Third man facing attempted murder charges from Williston shooting and burglary, Aiken motorcyclist killed in Thursday morning collision, Aiken teen facing attempted murder charges from shooting, South Carolina Highway Patrol looks for vehicle in fatal hit-and-run on I-20. Michael Adams. I am graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law and the University of Charleston (W.Va.). Shooting in dorm injures student at South Carolina State, WATCH: Murdaugh defense team speaks on sentence in murders, Wagener man charged in theft of dump truck, other property, Drugs and guns seized after high speed chase in Orangeburg County, Judge in Young Thug trial orders probe of leaked evidence, UGA football staffer drunk, driving 104 mph before deadly crash, police say. I cover the Savannah River Site and politics. Michael Adams. The Colleton County jury deliberated for less than three hours Thursday before finding Murdaugh guilty of killing his 22-year-old son, Paul, with a shotgun and his 52-year-old wife, Maggie, with a rifle on June 7, 2021. Low 47F. Content is public domain and is compiled from public records. The GeoServices Division is responsible for management, coordination and application of all GIS functions at Aiken County, including the county's GIS Enterprise Geodatabase, and for 911 addressing of the entire county excepting the incorporated areas of North Augusta. Pollen is all around, but whos counting? Its career week at Heritage Academy in Augusta, and they wrapped up with a job prep competition. bbengtson@aikenstandard.com, By Matthew Christian Michlovitz said the man driving a blue 1997 Ford Crown Victoria refused to stop when a New Ellenton police officer attempted to stop him for unspecified traffic violation. March 21, 2020. News RCSO Seeks Child Molestation Suspects in Unrelated Cases October 28, 2022 Winds WNW at 5 to 10 mph.. Clear skies. He said the car chase ended when the driver struck a road sign at the intersection of South Main Street and Sizemore Avenue and the car came to rest in the yard of a nearby residence and the driver fled on foot. Wednesday would have been Kevin Coatney Jr.s 22nd birthday, but he couldnt celebrate it. Winds NNE at 5 to 10 mph. Deputies said they arrived and met with a woman at the roadway, who stated that she did not call but her cousin said he was shot. Aiken County. The victim stated he did not know if he had been shot, according to officials. Heres a closer look at their annual book character parade. . She found little in the way of support programs, but she's decided to change that. Bentley Joseph DeVore was convicted this week of vehicular homicide in connection with a July 2020 crash that killed Morgan Shea, 20, of Marietta. Major League Fishing Invitational at Clarks Hill finishes up day 2. Sarah McKinnon, 43, was charged with trafficking methamphetamine. SLED Chief Mark Keel speaks after Alex Murdaugh A nonprofit held a ribbon cutting on Broad Street as they look forward to giving people in our community an opportunity. Clara Taylor has lost three children, including two to violent crime. When Will We Return to Stores? Families along with Aiken County officials gathered at the Aiken County . Provided by Augusta-Aiken WRDW-TV The Clermont County Sheriff's Office is investigating four deaths in a possible murder-suicide. Subscribe. Michlovitz said the driver was apprehended near the residence and identified as Williams by his South Carolina driver's license. Police believe it may be a murder-suicide. An Aiken man is facing five charges after allegedly presenting a firearm while attempting to run from a New Ellenton police officer Thursday. An Aiken County teacher was arrested over the weekend on a drug trafficking charge. According to Rosier, those charges were later dropped. 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One bag was found in a black backpack with school books and a computer she reportedly claimed was hers for school. Young died from gunshot wounds he sustained at a homeon Keith Drive in Warrenville. The hostage situation took place as the CSRA is seeing a surge in violent crime that until Wednesday night hadn't spilled into Aiken County. South Carolina Highway Patrol Officers arrested Brandon Odairy Williams, 36, of Aiken and charged him with first offense driving under the influence with a blood alcohol level less than 0.10%, third or subsequent offense driving while suspended, failing to stop for a blue light and unlawfully carrying a firearm, according to Aiken County Detention Center records. On Feb. 25, the organization publicized the programs recent success since the programs opening in Nov. 2017. December 22, 2022 . But a scheduling conflict at the USC Aiken Convocation center sent the tournament to Augusta. All rights reserved. Aiken County Deputy Grazed by Bullet in Shootout with 16-Year-Old Augusta Murder Suspect October 29, 2022 An Aiken County deputy was grazed by a bullet Friday afternoon in a shootout with a 16-year-old boy who was wanted in an Augusta. AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - Aiken County deputies responded to what they thought was a shooting but found a victim had been struck with the gun itself and not a bullet. He said his agency eventually got a 911 call around 9:36 p.m. from a car dealership seeing a man and a woman looking like they were fighting in a vehicle. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is investigating an officer-involved shooting that happened Thursday afternoon in New Ellenton. Theyve tried to break windows in my house, a concerned resident shared. Based on the information we had, we were going with that, this was a crime in progress. John Blackston. December 22, 2022 . The Georgia House wants to recruit mental health care workers and find ways to help people who bounce between hospitals, jails and homelessness. Read moreAiken man arrested after New Ellenton chase that led to a police officer firing his weapon, A judge has sentenced South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh to life in prison a day after he was convicted of murder in the shooting deaths of his wife and son. General Information: (803) 642-1761. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is investigating an officer-involved shooting Thursday afternoon in New Ellenton. Third or subsequent offense driving while suspended carries penalties of up to 90 days in jail or home confinement (none of which can be suspended) and a fine of $1,000. All rights reserved. Theres no debate anymore. In Augusta-Aiken, We're Only Available Online for April 10th Paper. One medical study recently created controversy pointing to health risks associated with gases from the stove and indoor air quality. The robbery victim, a 69-year-old male, suffered a gunshot wound to the leg and was taken to an Augusta hospital. According to the warrant, the stolen property was worth well above $10,000 and had not been completely totaled. All rights reserved. The victim stated he believed he was struck in the head with a firearm and he knew who struck him, according to officials. Pollen is everywhere, and its already causing problems, especially for those with bad allergies. Deputies made contact with the accused suspect, who stated he had not seen the victim all day, according to authorities. Columbia County is leading the state with the most students eligible for scholarships in Cyber Start America, a nationwide cybersecurity challenge. North Augusta girls basketball team won fifth state championship. We will own our mistakes take corrective action and get right back in the fight, Richmond County sheriff says in response to assault on inmate. Jackson was arrested in 2019 on murder, kidnapping and drug charges in the death of Derrick Jai Curry, who was reported missing around May 2019. John Blackston. Units were already in the area and got there quickly, Abdullah said. Read moreMurdaughs fall from grace ends in life sentence for murder, After stealing various items in Allendale, SLED charged a Wagener man. Crime News and Mugshots Updated Hourly! Aiken County. The Aiken County Sheriffs Office shared information today with News 12 about what led up to the confrontation that shut down Jefferson Davis Highway near Interstate 520 late Wednesday. The complainant told deputies he was driving up behind a female suspect, deputies said, and tried to drive around her car off of the roadway. 3 days ago. A New Ellenton man, who was already in jail following a 2019 homicide, is also facing charges in a 2018 homicide. Augusta Man Accused of Hit & Run in Pedestrian's Death. Social media helped alert cops to Aiken County hostage situation, 2/1998 - Receiving stolen goods less than $100. The information on this website should not be relied upon . John Osteen IV. The case will be prosecuted by the officer of Second Judicial Circuit Solicitor Bill Weeks. This Issue Will Be Sold in Stores Until March 18, 2020. A bill being considered this legislative session in the Georgia Capitol would prevent hair discrimination. According to the incident report, deputies also found two plastic bags containinga similar substance in her right front pocket, a plastic bag containing a substance believed to be marijuana, two plastic bags with suspected methamphetamine in the driver door and another small plastic bag with suspected methamphetamine. About 10:10 p.m., the victim ran to officers unharmed. But Sen. Raphael Warnock says the fight's not over. Students at Evans High say it helps get them ready for careers in cybersecurity.
