Crime
41-year-old Quincy Fields killed in downtown Augusta shooting, suspect Victor Prince charged with murder
Augusta, GA — A fatal shooting outside the Richmond Summit apartments on Wednesday afternoon has claimed the life of a 41-year-old man, marking the second confirmed homicide in Richmond County this year.
At approximately 3:23 p.m., deputies from the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 700 block of Broad Street after receiving reports of gunfire.
Upon their arrival, officers discovered Quincy Clay Fields, 41, suffering from at least one gunshot wound to the chest.
Fields was transported to a nearby hospital but tragically succumbed to his injuries, according to Richmond County Coroner Mark Bowen.
Authorities have arrested Victor Prince, 62, in connection with the shooting. Prince has been charged with murder and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime.
Investigators indicate that both the victim and suspect were residents of Richmond Summit apartments and were acquainted.
This incident is the second homicide in Richmond County in 2025, following a previous shooting earlier this month. The circumstances leading to the shooting are still under investigation.
Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with additional information regarding this incident to come forward. Tips can be provided anonymously through the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office or local Crime Stoppers.
Authorities remain committed to ensuring justice for the victim and maintaining public safety in the community. Further updates will be shared as the investigation progresses.
Crime
Celeste Gusman, 66, Dies After Stabbing at Kalihi Business in Honolulu; Police Investigate as Homicide
HONOLULU, Hawaii — A 66-year-old woman has died following a stabbing at a business in Honolulu’s Kalihi neighborhood, leaving her family, friends, and the local community grieving a tragic loss.
The victim was identified as Celeste Gusman, according to the Honolulu Police Department. Officers responded to a business in the 2300 block of North School Street at approximately 3:20 p.m. Wednesday after receiving a report of a stabbing.
When officers arrived, they found Gusman suffering from a stab wound. Emergency medical personnel quickly began providing advanced lifesaving treatment at the scene before transporting her to a nearby hospital in critical condition. Despite medical efforts, Gusman later succumbed to her injuries.
Authorities also reported that another woman, who is in her 60s, sustained minor injuries during the incident. According to the information released, she was injured in a fall amid the disturbance and was transported to a hospital in stable condition.
No further details about the circumstances surrounding the second woman’s injuries have been provided.
Following the incident, police initially arrested a 23-year-old man on suspicion of second-degree attempted murder. After Gusman died from her injuries, authorities reclassified the case as a murder investigation.
Investigators are continuing to examine the circumstances that led to the stabbing. Police have not yet released information about what may have triggered the incident or whether the suspect knew Gusman.
The suspect’s arrest and the ongoing investigation do not establish guilt. Further details are expected as authorities continue gathering evidence and determining the events that led to the fatal attack.
The death of Celeste Gusman at 66 has brought sadness to those affected by this incident. A place of business in a familiar neighborhood became the scene of a tragedy, and loved ones are now facing the difficult reality of losing someone important to them.
While many questions remain unanswered, the loss of life has deeply affected the community. Friends, relatives, and neighbors are left remembering Gusman and hoping that the investigation will bring clarity about what happened.
Please keep Celeste Gusman’s family, friends, and loved ones in your thoughts during this difficult time. The injured woman and everyone affected by the incident also deserve support as they recover.
May Celeste Gusman rest in peace. May her loved ones find comfort, strength, and healing in the days ahead.