A shooting occurred on Friday, January 2, 2026, at Butler Manor Drive and Morgan Road in Augusta, Georgia, where Richmond County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded around 1:16 p.m.. Officers found a female victim with gunshot wounds—described as more than one in some reports—and transported her to Wellstar MCG Health; her injuries were not life-threatening. One suspect was taken into custody at the scene, with a second detained, though no further suspect details or charges were released as of the latest available updates.​​
Victim Status
The woman received prompt medical attention and was stable, per initial sheriff’s statements. No updates on her condition post-hospitalization appear in current reports.​
Suspect Details
Authorities detained two individuals immediately but provided no names, ages, or motives publicly. The investigation remained active into January 3.​
Ongoing Investigation
Richmond County Sheriff’s Office investigators continued on scene, with this labeled a developing story by local outlets like WJBF and The Augusta Press. No additional arrests or resolutions reported by January 4.
