Augusta Road Rage Shooting Leads to Two Teen Arrests

Augusta, Georgia – Road Rage Shooting Leads to Arrests of Two Teens

Two teenagers, identified as 17-year-old Miranda Myers from North Augusta and 17-year-old Cameron Howard from Augusta, have been arrested in connection to a significant road rage shooting that occurred on Interstate 20. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office reported that the incident took place on Sunday afternoon near mile marker 196, just before 4:30 p.m.

The shooting involved a male driver and a female passenger in a gray Toyota Camry, both of whom sustained gunshot injuries. The driver was shot in the left ankle, while the passenger suffered a gunshot wound to the left shoulder. They were both transported to Doctors Hospital, where they are currently reported to be in stable condition. However, a relative of the female victim revealed that she has suffered additional injuries, which include a collapsed lung, spinal damage, and paralysis.

Details of the Incident

According to investigators, the suspects were traveling in a blue Tesla, with Myers at the wheel when they allegedly opened fire on the victims’ vehicle, firing between five to six rounds. Immediate aftermath saw the suspects exit the interstate at Exit 194 in Columbia County. Authorities later located the Tesla parked on Banbury Way in Grovetown. Myers was apprehended at the scene, while Howard fled on foot before he was captured shortly thereafter.

Charges Against the Suspects

Cameron Howard faces multiple charges, including two counts of aggravated assault and one count of possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime. Miranda Myers has been charged with two counts of aggravated assault. Both are being held at the Charles B. Webster Detention Center. It is noteworthy that Howard has a previous arrest record from April for battery against a 16-year-old ex-girlfriend, while Myers has no prior arrests.

Community Response and Press Conference

The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the Burke County Sheriff’s Office, has announced plans to hold a joint press conference on Monday to address this incident and provide more information to the public.

A Day of Violence

This road rage shooting is part of a notably violent Sunday in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA). Earlier that day, an officer-involved shooting occurred in Aiken County, where deputies shot a 29-year-old individual named Aaron Stevenson during a pursuit. Additionally, shots were reported in Graniteville, Aiken County, around 7:30 p.m., although no injuries were reported from that incident.

Conclusion

The serious nature of this road rage incident raises concerns regarding public safety on local roadways. As the investigation continues, further details are expected to be released following the upcoming press conference.