Crime
Ruben Johnson killed after shooting on on Amli Way in Augusta
The second victim remains hospitalized and is currently receiving medical care for his injuries.
Richmond County, GA — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred Friday evening on the 1000 block of Amli Way, leaving one person dead and another injured.
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 6:55 p.m.
Upon arrival, deputies discovered two male victims who had both sustained gunshot wounds. Emergency medical services were immediately called to the scene.
The victims were transported to Doctor’s Hospital of Augusta for treatment.
Tragically, one of the victims, identified by the Richmond County Coroner’s Office as Ruben Johnson, a resident of Augusta, was pronounced dead at the hospital.
The second victim remains hospitalized and is currently receiving medical care for his injuries.
Ruben Johnson, 20, was fatally shot on Friday evening at The Jasper apartment complex in Augusta. Richmond County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the incident at approximately 6:55 p.m., according to an official press release.
Authorities have since arrested 68-year-old Earnest Parkman and 21-year-old Jermaine Williams in connection with Johnson’s death. Both suspects face charges of murder, home invasion, and weapon possession.
According to warrants, Parkman and Williams allegedly forced their way into the residence and shot Johnson multiple times before fleeing the scene. The motive behind the attack remains unclear.
While Parkman’s mugshot has been made available, authorities have not yet released an image of Williams.
Details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting remain limited, and authorities have not yet released information about any potential suspects or motives.
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Tips can be reported directly to the sheriff’s office or submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 706-821-1080.
This story is developing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Crime
Greenville County Murder-Suicide: Chloe Jade Brown and Dreak Wright Dead After Elmwood Avenue Shooting
GREENVILLE, South Carolina — A fatal shooting at a home on Elmwood Avenue in Greenville County claimed the lives of a man and a woman on Tuesday evening, October 13, 2026.
The victims have been identified in information shared with the public as Chloe Jade Brown, a young mother, and Dreak Wright. The incident has been described as a suspected murder-suicide.
The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office said deputies were called to Elmwood Avenue before 9 p.m. after receiving a report of a shooting.
Upon arrival, they found a man and a woman who had both sustained fatal gunshot wounds.
According to the supplied account, Wright allegedly shot Brown before taking his own life. The identities and sequence of events should be treated as reported information until confirmed by authorities.
Chloe Jade Brown has been remembered by friends and loved ones as a caring mother and a bright presence in their lives.
Following news of the deadly incident, tributes expressed grief over her death and concern for the children she leaves behind. Those mourning her have offered prayers for her children, family and everyone affected by the tragedy.
The loss of a mother has prompted particular concern for the children’s well-being and the emotional support they may need as they cope with their loss.
Some people sharing tributes to Brown alleged that she had experienced domestic violence. However, the information available does not independently confirm those claims or establish whether domestic violence played a role in the shooting.
Authorities have not provided further details in the supplied report about the circumstances leading up to the incident, the relationship between the victims or any previous reports of domestic disputes.
These details should be verified before being presented as established facts.
Deputies with the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Elmwood Avenue residence before 9 p.m. Tuesday. They found both victims dead from gunshot wounds, according to the agency’s initial account.
The incident has been described as a murder-suicide in the supplied information, but additional official confirmation is needed regarding the sequence of events and the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
The tragedy has left friends and loved ones mourning both individuals, while tributes to Brown have highlighted the impact her death will have on her children.