News Summary
Five individuals have been indicted for their involvement in the shooting death of Kameron Mason, a property manager in Augusta. The incident occurred during a confrontation over after-hours pool access at MacArthur Park Apartments. Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr announced the indictment, which highlights growing concerns over gang violence in the area, particularly linked to local gangs like Extort Anybody and Loyalty Over Everything. Legal proceedings are expected to shed more light on gang-related issues affecting community safety.
Augusta, Georgia – Five individuals have been indicted in connection with the shooting death of 28-year-old Kameron Mason, the property manager at MacArthur Park Apartments, during an incident on May 22, 2025. Mason was shot after confronting a group attempting to access the apartment pool after hours.
The indictment was announced by Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr on August 18, 2025, following an investigation that uncovered evidence linking the suspects to a local gang known as Extort Anybody (EA), which reportedly has connections to another gang called Loyalty Over Everything (LOE). The charges against the five suspects stem from their alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of Mason during an altercation.
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr stated that the evidence was presented to a Richmond County Grand Jury, which resulted in the indictment of the defendants on August 12, 2025. The five individuals facing serious charges are:
– Cam’ron Barber Harris, 20, of Augusta
– Tyler Preston, 21, of Augusta
– Christopher Morton, 19, of Augusta
– Zmerr Dent, 18, of Augusta
– Jamontae Douglas, 18, of Augusta
Cam’ron Barber Harris and Tyler Preston are both charged with several serious offenses, including:
– Malice murder
– Felony murder
– Six counts of aggravated assault
– Cruelty to children in the first degree
– Eight counts of violating the Street Gang Terrorism and Prevention Act
– Seven counts of firearm possession during a felony
– Five counts of criminal damage to property
Christopher Morton faces charges that include:
– Six counts of gang violations
– Tampering with evidence
– Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute
– Possession of a firearm by a first offender probationer
Zmerr Dent has been charged with:
– Four counts of gang violations
– Tampering with evidence
– Marijuana possession with intent to distribute
Jamontae Douglas faces two counts of gang violations and tampering with evidence.
The investigation into the shooting has highlighted the issues of gang violence within the community. Sheriff Eugene Brantley of the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office has underscored the seriousness of these concerns, indicating that gang violence is a significant problem in the area and emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts among law enforcement agencies to combat this issue.
Attorney General Carr conveyed his condolences regarding Mason’s death and reiterated the stance that gang violence will not be tolerated in Richmond County or throughout the state of Georgia.
As the community processes this tragic event, the legal proceedings against the accused will unfold, potentially shining further light on the involvement of gang activity in the area and the impact it has on local safety and security. The cooperation between the Georgia Attorney General’s Office and local law enforcement has been instrumental in the swift action leading to these indictments.
The shooting incident and subsequent indictments illustrate a deepening concern regarding gang-related violence in Augusta, prompting both public officials and community members to call for action and a greater focus on safety measures. The resolution of this case may also serve as a pivotal point in addressing gang activities in Richmond County.
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