Richmond County, GA – An active shooter incident in Augusta's Richmond County on Sunday afternoon resulted in one fatality and three juveniles sustaining injuries. The shooting occurred near the intersection of Barton Chapel Road and Meadowbrook Drive, specifically in the parking lot of an Advanced Auto Parts store at Meadowbrook Drive and Deans Bridge Road. Authorities have confirmed that suspects remain at large, prompting an extensive search operation.
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene, establishing a perimeter and urging residents to avoid the area. According to a tweet from Mario Nawfal, citing @AZ_Intel_, "multiple people were shot in Georgia," and the "Richmond County Sheriff’s Office warns residents to avoid Barton Chapel Rd. and Meadowbrook Dr." The incident quickly escalated into a manhunt for the individuals responsible.
Law enforcement, including Richmond County deputies, K9 teams, and S.W.A.T. Team units, are actively engaged in a search for the suspects on foot within the Meadowbrook neighborhood. The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office Drone Team is also assisting in the ongoing efforts to locate those involved. Initial reports indicated that two individuals had been taken into police custody, though their status and charges were not immediately clear.
Residents in the vicinity have been advised to remain indoors and away from the affected area until further notice, as the situation remains active and potentially dangerous. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to apprehend the suspects and determine the full circumstances surrounding the shooting.