Crime
27-year-old Zaytreonta Boyd killed in shooting on East Chapman Street in Augusta
A 27-year-old Augusta man was fatally shot on Thursday evening, marking yet another tragedy in the area.
Richmond County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to reports of gunfire in the 700 block of East Chapman Street. Upon arrival, they discovered Zaytreonta Boyd, 27, who had suffered at least one gunshot wound.
Boyd was pronounced dead at the scene by the Richmond County Coroner’s Office.
Authorities confirmed that an autopsy has been scheduled to determine the precise cause of death.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting is ongoing.
No further details about potential suspects or motives have been released at this time.
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging anyone with information related to this incident to come forward. Tips can be reported by contacting the Sheriff’s Office directly.
This incident underscores the need for continued community vigilance as law enforcement works to bring justice to Boyd’s family and ensure public safety.
The Chicago Police Department has charged a man in connection with the fatal stabbing of a woman at a CTA Green Line station on Thursday afternoon.
Willi Holmes, 54, faces one felony count of first-degree murder following the death of 25-year-old Emily Carlson.
According to authorities, the incident occurred around 1:00 p.m. at the Central Avenue Green Line station.
Preliminary investigations reveal that Carlson was with another individual when a verbal altercation broke out involving Holmes.
The argument escalated into a physical confrontation, during which Holmes allegedly produced a knife and stabbed Carlson in the back.
Holmes then fled the scene.
Emergency medical personnel responded, and Carlson was transported to Mount Sinai Hospital, where she was later pronounced deceased.
Chicago police officers quickly located and arrested Holmes shortly after the attack.
A weapon believed to have been used in the stabbing was recovered at the time of his arrest.
Sources indicated that the altercation began on the station platform and continued onto the street.
Holmes is currently in custody and is scheduled to appear at a detention hearing on Saturday.
The investigation remains ongoing.