News Summary
Authorities in Augusta are investigating a heartbreaking homicide that resulted in the death of a 3-year-old child. The incident, which occurred on New Savannah Road, has raised alarms over the rising violence in the Central Savannah River Area. Law enforcement is seeking two individuals for questioning but they are not suspects at this time. Just a week prior, another shooting claimed the life of a young man, illustrating ongoing public safety concerns. Community cooperation is urged to combat the rise in crime.
Augusta – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating a tragic homicide that occurred in the early hours of August 20, 2025, resulting in the death of a 3-year-old child on the 1100 Block of New Savannah Road. Authorities report that a woman was also injured during this incident, but details regarding her condition have not been disclosed.
In connection with this heartbreaking event, law enforcement is seeking two individuals for questioning: 40-year-old Willie Lewis and 30-year-old Shynice Cannida. While they are not considered suspects at this time, they are both known to frequently visit the Allen Homes area, prompting the authorities to reach out for assistance in locating them.
This incident marks a somber addition to a rising wave of violence in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA), where communities have been grappling with a surge in violent crimes over the past three years. Local authorities have noted that Augusta has particularly been affected, with hundreds of violent crime-related deaths reported, highlighting a sense of urgency in addressing public safety concerns.
Just a week before the tragic shooting on New Savannah Road, another violent incident unfolded in the city. A 28-year-old man, Raekwon Brinson, was fatally shot at a One Stop store on Barton Chapel Road. Emergency response efforts were unsuccessful, and he was pronounced dead shortly thereafter. In connection with Brinson’s murder, two individuals have been arrested: 20-year-old Camron Jakai Brown and 16-year-old Charles Harris III. Both have been charged with murder, revealing the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in curbing violent crime.
As investigations into both the homicide of the young child and Brinson’s murder continue, authorities are urging the community to come forward with any information that may assist in resolving these cases. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office encourages residents to contact the Criminal Investigations Division at 706-821-1000, emphasizing the importance of community cooperation in tackling the rising tide of violence in the area.
The recent surge in criminal activity in Augusta serves as a stark reminder of the pressing need for effective measures to enhance community safety. Local officials are emphasizing the importance of vigilance and engagement from residents as part of the efforts to restore peace and security in the affected neighborhoods. As the investigations proceed, law enforcement is working diligently to bring those responsible for these tragic incidents to justice.
With community engagement proving essential in combatting crime, the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is hopeful that by sharing information and updates, they can foster a collaborative spirit among residents and local authorities in the fight against violence. As families and communities mourn, the focus remains on supporting one another and finding effective pathways to ensure that such tragedies do not repeat.
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Additional Resources
- WJBF: Sheriff’s Office Seeks Two for Questioning in Augusta Homicide
- Wikipedia: Homicide
- WRDW: 2 Suspects Arrested in Augusta Murder
- Google Search: Augusta homicide
- Augusta Chronicle: Coroner IDs Augusta Man Found Fatally Shot
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Crime
- WRDW: Suspect Charged with Murder in Deadly Apartment Shooting
- Google News: Augusta violent crime
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