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
14-Year-Old Middleton High School Student Carson Chrapkowski Dies After Bicycle Crash, Driver Alyssa Anderson Arrested
MIDDLETON, Idaho — A 14-year-old Middleton High School student has died after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle near the high school Friday night, according to the Middleton Police Department.
The teenager was transported by Life Flight to St. Luke’s Boise following the crash but died from his injuries early Saturday morning.
Middleton police said the crash involved a vehicle and a bicyclist near Middleton High School. The 14-year-old suffered critical injuries and was flown to a Boise hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Police announced Saturday morning that the young bicyclist had succumbed to his injuries.
The teen was identified in the information provided for this report as Carson Chrapkowski, a Middleton High School student. However, the police department’s public statement did not release the teenager’s name.
Police arrested 41-year-old Alyssa Louise Anderson in connection with the crash. Anderson was booked into the Canyon County Jail.
According to police, Anderson is facing charges of vehicular manslaughter, aggravated DUI and leaving the scene of an injury accident.
Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances leading up to the collision or the specific allegations supporting the DUI charge.
The crash remains under investigation by the Middleton Police Department and Idaho State Police. Investigators have not released further information about the sequence of events or whether additional charges could be filed.
Police said they are continuing to work to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
The Middleton Police Department expressed condolences to the teenager’s parents, family, friends, classmates and others affected by his death as the community mourns the loss of a young student.