Crime
1 killed after shooting on Picquet Avenue in Augusta
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Tuesday morning in Augusta, marking the county’s 49th homicide this year.
At approximately 11:22 a.m., deputies responded to the 1500 block of Picquet Avenue following reports of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers discovered an unresponsive male lying in the street near the intersection of Picquet Avenue and Gordon Street.
The victim, who had sustained at least one gunshot wound, was pronounced deceased at the scene by authorities.
The victim’s identity has not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin. An autopsy will be conducted to determine the exact cause of death, according to the Richmond County Coroner’s Office.
The circumstances leading to the shooting remain unclear, and no information about potential suspects has been disclosed at this time.
Investigators are actively processing the scene and gathering evidence as part of their ongoing investigation.
Witness accounts and video footage from the area are being reviewed as detectives work to piece together the events leading to the fatal incident.
Anyone with information related to this case is urged to contact the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting reported in Glen Burnie, Maryland, after an incident in which a suspect allegedly crashed a vehicle into a law enforcement agent.
Preliminary reports indicate that one suspect sustained a gunshot wound and was transported under a Priority B medical status.
Emergency medical services also responded to assist a law enforcement agent who reported neck pain; a second EMS unit was requested to provide additional medical evaluation and care.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting, including what prompted the vehicle collision and the use of force, have not yet been fully detailed by authorities.
Police have confirmed that the scene was secured, and standard investigative protocols for officer-involved shootings have been initiated.
No further information regarding the identities of those involved or the suspect’s condition has been released at this time.
Officials stated that additional details will be provided as the investigation continues.