On February 15th, 2024, at 2022 hours, Deputy Hayes responded to South-Bound Deans Bridge Road near Morgan Road in reference to a pedestrian struck by a vehicle. Upon arrival, Deputy Hayes found a female victim who was agonal breathing and her right leg was severed below the knee. Deputy Hayes immediately applied a tourniquet to the victim's leg and started CPR. Deputy Hayes continued CPR for an extended period after medical personnel arrived on the scene. This action allowed medical personnel to treat other injuries and prepare her for transport to the trauma center.

Deputy Taylor Hayes is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

Deputy Jamie Champion is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

Sergeant Hardin is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

Deputy Noah Johnson is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

Deputy Austin Swiger is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

Deputy Faith Cupp is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

Deputy Crystal Battle is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

Deputy Rose is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

Deputy Beach is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

The dedication, compassion and quick thinking that Deputy Cannon exhibited this day in saving a life makes him a valuable asset to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

Deputy Graham is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

Deputy Brown is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

Deputy DiFelice is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

On March 5, 2019, Corporal Eard Trimmingham, Deputy Prizette Presberry, Deputy Wallace Murphy and Deputy Richard Russell responded to 1241 10^th Street in reference to a house fire. Upon arrival, deputies found the home engulfed in flames and a female screaming from inside the front door of the residence. As Deputy Presberry got to the door, it was learned that she could not open it due to a locked deadbolt on a metal security door. Deputy Presberry went to his car, got a pry bar, and immediately pried open the door allowing the female to exit the residence. After the female exited the house, she advised Cpl. Trimmingham that a male subject was still inside. Cpl. Trimmingham returned to the front of the residence to attempt to locate the subject inside the home. Cpl. Trimmingham got down on the floor of the residence and crawled through the thick smoke finding the subject unresponsive lying on the floor.  Cpl. Trimmingham pulled the subject out with the assistance of other deputies. Once outside, Deputy Wallace Murphy and Deputy Richard Russell administered CPR until EMS arrived. The female subject was unharmed and the male subject was transported to Doctor's Hospital where he is in stable condition but on a ventilator. If not for the quick actions of these deputies, our community may have suffered the loss of two citizens.

On March 5, 2019, Corporal Eard Trimmingham, Deputy Prizette Presberry, Deputy Wallace Murphy and Deputy Richard Russell responded to 1241 10^th Street in reference to a house fire. Upon arrival, deputies found the home engulfed in flames and a female screaming from inside the front door of the residence. As Deputy Presberry got to the door, it was learned that she could not open it due to a locked deadbolt on a metal security door. Deputy Presberry went to his car, got a pry bar, and immediately pried open the door allowing the female to exit the residence. After the female exited the house, she advised Cpl. Trimmingham that a male subject was still inside. Cpl. Trimmingham returned to the front of the residence to attempt to locate the subject inside the home. Cpl. Trimmingham got down on the floor of the residence and crawled through the thick smoke finding the subject unresponsive lying on the floor.  Cpl. Trimmingham pulled the subject out with the assistance of other deputies. Once outside, Deputy Wallace Murphy and Deputy Richard Russell administered CPR until EMS arrived. The female subject was unharmed and the male subject was transported to Doctor's Hospital where he is in stable condition but on a ventilator. If not for the quick actions of these deputies, our community may have suffered the loss of two citizens.

On March 5, 2019, Corporal Eard Trimmingham, Deputy Prizette Presberry, Deputy Wallace Murphy and Deputy Richard Russell responded to 1241 10^th Street in reference to a house fire. Upon arrival, deputies found the home engulfed in flames and a female screaming from inside the front door of the residence. As Deputy Presberry got to the door, it was learned that she could not open it due to a locked deadbolt on a metal security door. Deputy Presberry went to his car, got a pry bar, and immediately pried open the door allowing the female to exit the residence. After the female exited the house, she advised Cpl. Trimmingham that a male subject was still inside. Cpl. Trimmingham returned to the front of the residence to attempt to locate the subject inside the home. Cpl. Trimmingham got down on the floor of the residence and crawled through the thick smoke finding the subject unresponsive lying on the floor.  Cpl. Trimmingham pulled the subject out with the assistance of other deputies. Once outside, Deputy Wallace Murphy and Deputy Richard Russell administered CPR until EMS arrived. The female subject was unharmed and the male subject was transported to Doctor's Hospital where he is in stable condition but on a ventilator. If not for the quick actions of these deputies, our community may have suffered the loss of two citizens.

On March 5, 2019, Corporal Eard Trimmingham, Deputy Prizette Presberry, Deputy Wallace Murphy and Deputy Richard Russell responded to 1241 10^th Street in reference to a house fire. Upon arrival, deputies found the home engulfed in flames and a female screaming from inside the front door of the residence. As Deputy Presberry got to the door, it was learned that she could not open it due to a locked deadbolt on a metal security door. Deputy Presberry went to his car, got a pry bar, and immediately pried open the door allowing the female to exit the residence. After the female exited the house, she advised Cpl. Trimmingham that a male subject was still inside. Cpl. Trimmingham returned to the front of the residence to attempt to locate the subject inside the home. Cpl. Trimmingham got down on the floor of the residence and crawled through the thick smoke finding the subject unresponsive lying on the floor.  Cpl. Trimmingham pulled the subject out with the assistance of other deputies. Once outside, Deputy Wallace Murphy and Deputy Richard Russell administered CPR until EMS arrived. The female subject was unharmed and the male subject was transported to Doctor's Hospital where he is in stable condition but on a ventilator. If not for the quick actions of these deputies, our community may have suffered the loss of two citizens.

On February 15, 2019. Deputy Keli Runyon responded to a structure fire. Upon arrival, Deputy Runyon observed that building 900 of Pinnacle Place Apartments (500 Caldwell Dr. Hephzibah, Ga. 30815) was on fire. Deputy Runyon was advised by the property manager that an elderly female lived in apartment A and was also in a wheelchair. Deputy Runyon was able to gain entry into the residence of apartment A which was on fire. Deputy Runyon observed a female slumped over in a wheelchair unresponsive. She then pulled the female from the wheelchair getting her to the door. Deputy Guy Newman arrived on the scene and they were able to get the female outside and began CPR until Gold Cross arrived on scene. Deputy Keli Runyon and Deputy Guy Newman then went to the back of the burning building and found three individuals and one child still inside on the first and second floor apartments.  The remaining individuals were also brought to safety.

Due to the quick response of Deputy Runyon and Deputy Newman they were able to help render aid during a structure fire.

On February 15, 2019. Deputy Keli Runyon responded to a structure fire. Upon arrival, Deputy Runyon observed that building 900 of Pinnacle Place Apartments (500 Caldwell Dr. Hephzibah, Ga. 30815) was on fire. Deputy Runyon was advised by the property manager that an elderly female lived in apartment A and was also in a wheelchair. Deputy Runyon was able to gain entry into the residence of apartment A which was on fire. Deputy Runyon observed a female slumped over in a wheelchair unresponsive. She then pulled the female from the wheelchair getting her to the door. Deputy Guy Newman arrived on the scene and they were able to get the female outside and began CPR until Gold Cross arrived on scene. Deputy Keli Runyon and Deputy Guy Newman then went to the back of the burning building and found three individuals and one child still inside on the first and second floor apartments.  The remaining individuals were also brought to safety.

Due to the quick response of Deputy Runyon and Deputy Newman they were able to help render aid during a structure fire.

On November 15, 2018, Deputy Michael Bracken was dispatched to a possible drug overdose. On arrival, Deputy Bracken was guided to the upstairs bathroom where the complainant was administering CPR to an unresponsive male.  The complainant advised Deputy Bracken that the male was her brother and when he fell asleep, she became alarmed by the way her brother began to breathe.  The complainant also stated that her brother uses Heroin and she believed he had overdosed. Deputy Bracken turned the subject on his side to clear his airway and then placed him on his back and administered 4mg of NARCAN while the complainant continued CPR.

Gold Cross responded and the subject was transported to AUMC for further treatment. Because of Deputy Michael Bracken's prompt response to render aid and to administer NARCAN to the unresponsive subject, a life was saved.

Deputy Michael A. Bracken is an asset to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

On September 20, 2018, Deputy McCall along with Deputy Morgan was dispatched to 1014 Adrian Street, Apartment B in reference to an attempted suicide. Upon arrival, the two deputies observed an unresponsive female lying on the ground with a male sitting on the left side of her. Both deputies observed the female was not breathing and a male attempting to give her CPR. Deputy McCall also observed the female subject’s face turning blue.  Deputy McCall then began giving chest compressions. Deputies advised the male to give the unresponsive female 2 breaths after each 30 chest compressions administered.  The female began breathing after 4 cycles of chest compressions and breaths. The subject became stable enough to sit up as a Gold Cross supervisor checked her vitals. The subject was transported to University Hospital’s Emergency room by South Star Med 14. A life was saved as a result of Deputy McCall and Deputy Morgan promptly responding to render aid to the unresponsive female. 

On March 24, 2018 an inmate at the Charles B. Webster detention center was being treated in Medical Exam Room #1 for injuries sustained in an altercation. While being treated for the injuries,the inmate had a seizure and went into Cardiac Arrest.  There was only one nurse on duty during this incident.  Deputy Devante Brown along with Deputy Carl Cerasulo III, Deputy Adam Kleba and Deputy Michael Murphy began CPR as Nurse Irvin was getting the AED activated. Deputies continued to rotate out doing chest compressions and closely  following instructions given by the AED until instructed to stop.

On March 24, 2018 an inmate at the Charles B. Webster detention center was being treated in Medical Exam Room #1 for injuries sustained in an altercation. While being treated for the injuries,the inmate had a seizure and went into Cardiac Arrest.  There was only one nurse on duty during this incident.  Deputy Devante Brown along with Deputy Carl Cerasulo III, Deputy Adam Kleba and Deputy Michael Murphy began CPR as Nurse Irvin was getting the AED activated. Deputies continued to rotate out doing chest compressions and closely  following instructions given by the AED until instructed to stop.

On March 24, 2018 an inmate at the Charles B. Webster detention center was being treated in Medical Exam Room #1 for injuries sustained in an altercation. While being treated for the injuries,the inmate had a seizure and went into Cardiac Arrest.  There was only one nurse on duty during this incident.  Deputy Devante Brown along with Deputy Carl Cerasulo III, Deputy Adam Kleba and Deputy Michael Murphy began CPR as Nurse Irvin was getting the AED activated. Deputies continued to rotate out doing chest compressions and closely  following instructions given by the AED until instructed to stop.

On March 24, 2018 an inmate at the Charles B. Webster detention center was being treated in Medical Exam Room #1 for injuries sustained in an altercation. While being treated for the injuries,the inmate had a seizure and went into Cardiac Arrest.  There was only one nurse on duty during this incident.  Deputy Devante Brown along with Deputy Carl Cerasulo III, Deputy Adam Kleba and Deputy Michael Murphy began CPR as Nurse Irvin was getting the AED activated. Deputies continued to rotate out doing chest compressions and closely  following instructions given by the AED until instructed to stop.

On March 4, 2018, Deputy Travis Clark responded to an apartment on Essie McIntyre Blvd. in reference to a domestic dispute. Upon arrival, Deputy Clark found the subject inside the residence with his son and daughter. The mother of his children was at the scene to retrieve the children.  Deputy Clark noted that the subject was acting erratic. Corporal Rzasa arrived on scene and was able to determine that the subject had no legitimization paperwork for the children. After learning this, the subject became agitated and stated that he was going to come out and kill everyone. Corporal Rzasa called for additional units, Deputies Alexander Morgan, Joseph Csria, and Elvin Thompson arrived quickly on the scene. The subject then threatened to kill his son and stated, "Everyone is going to die in here tonight."  Deputies could hear through the door the son screaming that he did not want to die and then screamed, "Daddy, NO!" Deputies entered the apartment, where the subject was found lying on his back with his arm around the neck of his son. Deputy Clark had to drive stun the subject with his Taser while other deputies attempted to free the child. The subject then began to physically fight and resist the deputies before being handcuff.

On March 4, 2018, Deputy Travis Clark responded to an apartment on Essie McIntyre Blvd. in reference to a domestic dispute. Upon arrival, Deputy Clark found the subject inside the residence with his son and daughter. The mother of his children was at the scene to retrieve the children.  Deputy Clark noted that the subject was acting erratic. Corporal Rzasa arrived on scene and was able to determine that the subject had no legitimization paperwork for the children. After learning this, the subject became agitated and stated that he was going to come out and kill everyone. Corporal Rzasa called for additional units, Deputies Alexander Morgan, Joseph Csria, and Elvin Thompson arrived quickly on the scene. The subject then threatened to kill his son and stated, "Everyone is going to die in here tonight."  Deputies could hear through the door the son screaming that he did not want to die and then screamed, "Daddy, NO!" Deputies entered the apartment, where the subject was found lying on his back with his arm around the neck of his son. Deputy Clark had to drive stun the subject with his Taser while other deputies attempted to free the child. The subject then began to physically fight and resist the deputies before being handcuff.

On March 4, 2018, Deputy Travis Clark responded to an apartment on Essie McIntyre Blvd. in reference to a domestic dispute. Upon arrival, Deputy Clark found the subject inside the residence with his son and daughter. The mother of his children was at the scene to retrieve the children.  Deputy Clark noted that the subject was acting erratic. Corporal Rzasa arrived on scene and was able to determine that the subject had no legitimization paperwork for the children. After learning this, the subject became agitated and stated that he was going to come out and kill everyone. Corporal Rzasa called for additional units, Deputies Alexander Morgan, Joseph Csria, and Elvin Thompson arrived quickly on the scene. The subject then threatened to kill his son and stated, "Everyone is going to die in here tonight."  Deputies could hear through the door the son screaming that he did not want to die and then screamed, "Daddy, NO!" Deputies entered the apartment, where the subject was found lying on his back with his arm around the neck of his son. Deputy Clark had to drive stun the subject with his Taser while other deputies attempted to free the child. The subject then began to physically fight and resist the deputies before being handcuff.

On March 4, 2018, Deputy Travis Clark responded to an apartment on Essie McIntyre Blvd. in reference to a domestic dispute. Upon arrival, Deputy Clark found the subject inside the residence with his son and daughter. The mother of his children was at the scene to retrieve the children.  Deputy Clark noted that the subject was acting erratic. Corporal Rzasa arrived on scene and was able to determine that the subject had no legitimization paperwork for the children. After learning this, the subject became agitated and stated that he was going to come out and kill everyone. Corporal Rzasa called for additional units, Deputies Alexander Morgan, Joseph Csria, and Elvin Thompson arrived quickly on the scene. The subject then threatened to kill his son and stated, "Everyone is going to die in here tonight."  Deputies could hear through the door the son screaming that he did not want to die and then screamed, "Daddy, NO!" Deputies entered the apartment, where the subject was found lying on his back with his arm around the neck of his son. Deputy Clark had to drive stun the subject with his Taser while other deputies attempted to free the child. The subject then began to physically fight and resist the deputies before being handcuff.

On March 4, 2018, Deputy Travis Clark responded to an apartment on Essie McIntyre Blvd. in reference to a domestic dispute. Upon arrival, Deputy Clark found the subject inside the residence with his son and daughter. The mother of his children was at the scene to retrieve the children.  Deputy Clark noted that the subject was acting erratic. Corporal Rzasa arrived on scene and was able to determine that the subject had no legitimization paperwork for the children. After learning this, the subject became agitated and stated that he was going to come out and kill everyone. Corporal Rzasa called for additional units, Deputies Alexander Morgan, Joseph Csria, and Elvin Thompson arrived quickly on the scene. The subject then threatened to kill his son and stated, "Everyone is going to die in here tonight."  Deputies could hear through the door the son screaming that he did not want to die and then screamed, "Daddy, NO!" Deputies entered the apartment, where the subject was found lying on his back with his arm around the neck of his son. Deputy Clark had to drive stun the subject with his Taser while other deputies attempted to free the child. The subject then began to physically fight and resist the deputies before being handcuff.

On November 30, 2017, Investigator Kris Lapham was notified of unauthorized charges at various businesses over the last few days, with the RCSO’s Visa Credit Card in an amount totaling over $18,000.00.  Additional Investigators began responding to various businesses throughout neighboring counties to acquire video surveillance footage of possible suspects and purchase information from the card.  Video surveillance footage and purchase information from the card was obtained from over 10 businesses depicting at least two suspects involved in the use of the credit card information.  Investigator Lapham continued to work over the next several weeks with developed leads from other agencies in an attempt to learn the identity of the suspects. With the aid of law enforcement databases, contacts from other law enforcement agencies, criminal history records, and social media sites Investigator Lapham was able to identify both subjects involved in the crime and obtain arrest warrants. As the result of diligence and dedication, Investigator Lapham was able to make an arrest and solve the case.  

Investigator Kris Lapham is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County

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On October 5, 2017, at 0042 hours, a murder occurred on Fifteen Street at Harper Street.   The suspect was spotted on foot fleeing the scene, running across Fifteen Street towards Chaffee Avenue.   The path in which the suspect had taken was checked again by responding units for any overlooked evidence.  The victim’s purse was discovered in the rear of a parking lot on Chaffee Ave.  Corporal Matthew Mealing discovered marks in the dirt median going into the parking lot next to where the victim’s purse was located. Upon checking the bushes surrounding this area, Corporal Matthew Mealing located the suspect hiding in the bushes. A .22 magnum derringer was located in one of the suspect’s shoes. The suspect later admitted to committing the murder and armed robbery. As a result of team work and great investigative skills, the suspect was immediately taken into custody.

Corporal Matthew Mealing is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

Deputies Keith Inman and Jayson Williams responded to 3024 Washington Rd. on February 6, 2017, in reference to an unresponsive male in a vehicle. Upon arrival they discovered a male subject with a weak pulse and shallow respiration. A short time later the subject stopped breathing. Deputies Inman and Williams reacted quickly and began CPR on the subject until EMS arrived. Due to the prompt actions of the responding deputies, the subject was revived and started to breathe on his own again.

Deputies Keith Inman and Jayson Williams responded to 3024 Washington Rd. on February 6, 2017, in reference to an unresponsive male in a vehicle. Upon arrival they discovered a male subject with a weak pulse and shallow respiration. A short time later the subject stopped breathing. Deputies Inman and Williams reacted quickly and began CPR on the subject until EMS arrived. Due to the prompt actions of the responding deputies, the subject was revived and started to breathe on his own again.

On December 13, 2016, Deputy Allen Crispin was patrolling the area around Young Forest Drive checking the neighborhood in an attempt to prevent burglaries. While patrolling, he noticed a suspicious black male subject in the backyard of 3301 Young Forest Drive running towards the side door of the residence. Due to Dep. Crispin's knowledge and familiarity with the community, he knew that the subject did not belong to that residence. Deputy Allen Crispin, Deputy Christopher Moore, Lieutenant Hal Hitchcock, Deputy Johnathan Gross and Deputy Mark Phillips gave chase and were able to apprehend the suspect after securing the area with a perimeter. Lieutenant Elijah Parker was informed by an unknown person that they saw three black males leaving a residence on Gerald Drive with one carrying a gun. Lieutenant Elijah Parker, Lieutenant Robert Silas and Lieutenant Danny Whitehead responded to the address and noticed a rear door open. When they entered the residence, they located a black male in the bathtub naked with a pillow case over his head and tied up. After further investigation, it was revealed that the subject Deputy Allen Crispin apprehended, along with two other subjects that were later identified, were responsible for the robbery. Due to great teamwork from all Deputies involved, these suspects were identified and arrested. 

On December 13, 2016, Deputy Allen Crispin was patrolling the area around Young Forest Drive checking the neighborhood in an attempt to prevent burglaries. While patrolling, he noticed a suspicious black male subject in the backyard of 3301 Young Forest Drive running towards the side door of the residence. Due to Dep. Crispin's knowledge and familiarity with the community, he knew that the subject did not belong to that residence. Deputy Allen Crispin, Deputy Christopher Moore, Lieutenant Hal Hitchcock, Deputy Johnathan Gross and Deputy Mark Phillips gave chase and were able to apprehend the suspect after securing the area with a perimeter. Lieutenant Elijah Parker was informed by an unknown person that they saw three black males leaving a residence on Gerald Drive with one carrying a gun. Lieutenant Elijah Parker, Lieutenant Robert Silas and Lieutenant Danny Whitehead responded to the address and noticed a rear door open. When they entered the residence, they located a black male in the bathtub naked with a pillow case over his head and tied up. After further investigation, it was revealed that the subject Deputy Allen Crispin apprehended, along with two other subjects that were later identified, were responsible for the robbery. Due to great teamwork from all Deputies involved, these suspects were identified and arrested. 

On December 13, 2016, Deputy Allen Crispin was patrolling the area around Young Forest Drive checking the neighborhood in an attempt to prevent burglaries. While patrolling, he noticed a suspicious black male subject in the backyard of 3301 Young Forest Drive running towards the side door of the residence. Due to Dep. Crispin's knowledge and familiarity with the community, he knew that the subject did not belong to that residence. Deputy Allen Crispin, Deputy Christopher Moore, Lieutenant Hal Hitchcock, Deputy Johnathan Gross and Deputy Mark Phillips gave chase and were able to apprehend the suspect after securing the area with a perimeter. Lieutenant Elijah Parker was informed by an unknown person that they saw three black males leaving a residence on Gerald Drive with one carrying a gun. Lieutenant Elijah Parker, Lieutenant Robert Silas and Lieutenant Danny Whitehead responded to the address and noticed a rear door open. When they entered the residence, they located a black male in the bathtub naked with a pillow case over his head and tied up. After further investigation, it was revealed that the subject Deputy Allen Crispin apprehended, along with two other subjects that were later identified, were responsible for the robbery. Due to great teamwork from all Deputies involved, these suspects were identified and arrested. 

On December 13, 2016, Deputy Allen Crispin was patrolling the area around Young Forest Drive checking the neighborhood in an attempt to prevent burglaries. While patrolling, he noticed a suspicious black male subject in the backyard of 3301 Young Forest Drive running towards the side door of the residence. Due to Dep. Crispin's knowledge and familiarity with the community, he knew that the subject did not belong to that residence. Deputy Allen Crispin, Deputy Christopher Moore, Lieutenant Hal Hitchcock, Deputy Johnathan Gross and Deputy Mark Phillips gave chase and were able to apprehend the suspect after securing the area with a perimeter. Lieutenant Elijah Parker was informed by an unknown person that they saw three black males leaving a residence on Gerald Drive with one carrying a gun. Lieutenant Elijah Parker, Lieutenant Robert Silas and Lieutenant Danny Whitehead responded to the address and noticed a rear door open. When they entered the residence, they located a black male in the bathtub naked with a pillow case over his head and tied up. After further investigation, it was revealed that the subject Deputy Allen Crispin apprehended, along with two other subjects that were later identified, were responsible for the robbery. Due to great teamwork from all Deputies involved, these suspects were identified and arrested. 

On December 13, 2016, Deputy Allen Crispin was patrolling the area around Young Forest Drive checking the neighborhood in an attempt to prevent burglaries. While patrolling, he noticed a suspicious black male subject in the backyard of 3301 Young Forest Drive running towards the side door of the residence. Due to Dep. Crispin's knowledge and familiarity with the community, he knew that the subject did not belong to that residence. Deputy Allen Crispin, Deputy Christopher Moore, Lieutenant Hal Hitchcock, Deputy Johnathan Gross and Deputy Mark Phillips gave chase and were able to apprehend the suspect after securing the area with a perimeter. Lieutenant Elijah Parker was informed by an unknown person that they saw three black males leaving a residence on Gerald Drive with one carrying a gun. Lieutenant Elijah Parker, Lieutenant Robert Silas and Lieutenant Danny Whitehead responded to the address and noticed a rear door open. When they entered the residence, they located a black male in the bathtub naked with a pillow case over his head and tied up. After further investigation, it was revealed that the subject Deputy Allen Crispin apprehended, along with two other subjects that were later identified, were responsible for the robbery. Due to great teamwork from all Deputies involved, these suspects were identified and arrested. 

On December 13, 2016, Deputy Allen Crispin was patrolling the area around Young Forest Drive checking the neighborhood in an attempt to prevent burglaries. While patrolling, he noticed a suspicious black male subject in the backyard of 3301 Young Forest Drive running towards the side door of the residence. Due to Dep. Crispin's knowledge and familiarity with the community, he knew that the subject did not belong to that residence. Deputy Allen Crispin, Deputy Christopher Moore, Lieutenant Hal Hitchcock, Deputy Johnathan Gross and Deputy Mark Phillips gave chase and were able to apprehend the suspect after securing the area with a perimeter. Lieutenant Elijah Parker was informed by an unknown person that they saw three black males leaving a residence on Gerald Drive with one carrying a gun. Lieutenant Elijah Parker, Lieutenant Robert Silas and Lieutenant Danny Whitehead responded to the address and noticed a rear door open. When they entered the residence, they located a black male in the bathtub naked with a pillow case over his head and tied up. After further investigation, it was revealed that the subject Deputy Allen Crispin apprehended, along with two other subjects that were later identified, were responsible for the robbery. Due to great teamwork from all Deputies involved, these suspects were identified and arrested. 

On December 13, 2016, Deputy Allen Crispin was patrolling the area around Young Forest Drive checking the neighborhood in an attempt to prevent burglaries. While patrolling, he noticed a suspicious black male subject in the backyard of 3301 Young Forest Drive running towards the side door of the residence. Due to Dep. Crispin's knowledge and familiarity with the community, he knew that the subject did not belong to that residence. Deputy Allen Crispin, Deputy Christopher Moore, Lieutenant Hal Hitchcock, Deputy Johnathan Gross and Deputy Mark Phillips gave chase and were able to apprehend the suspect after securing the area with a perimeter. Lieutenant Elijah Parker was informed by an unknown person that they saw three black males leaving a residence on Gerald Drive with one carrying a gun. Lieutenant Elijah Parker, Lieutenant Robert Silas and Lieutenant Danny Whitehead responded to the address and noticed a rear door open. When they entered the residence, they located a black male in the bathtub naked with a pillow case over his head and tied up. After further investigation, it was revealed that the subject Deputy Allen Crispin apprehended, along with two other subjects that were later identified, were responsible for the robbery. Due to great teamwork from all Deputies involved, these suspects were identified and arrested. 

  On November 20, 2016, Deputy Levi McMurtry and Deputy Zachary Lewis were investigating an unrelated incident at the Riverfront Marina when they were alerted to a vehicle that had driven into the Savannah River via a boat ramp. Arriving at the scene, they observed a vehicle submerged in water and a male subject struggling to stay above water. The subject attempted to avoid being pulled from the water by the deputies. Deputy McMurtry and Deputy Lewis made their way to a dock and as the subject was swimming pass, Deputy Lewis held Deputy McMurtry by his duty belt allowing him to reach out and grab the subject pulling him to safety. During the investigation it, was discovered that the subject in question had assaulted his girlfriend the night before and was attempting to take his own life believing that he had killed her. The vehicle the subject was driving had also been stolen by the subject the night before from a gas station on East Boundary.

On November 20, 2016, Deputy Levi McMurtry and Deputy Zachary Lewis were investigating an unrelated incident at the Riverfront Marina when they were alerted to a vehicle that had driven into the Savannah River via a boat ramp. Arriving at the scene, they observed a vehicle submerged in water and a male subject struggling to stay above water. The subject attempted to avoid being pulled from the water by the deputies. Deputy McMurtry and Deputy Lewis made their way to a dock and as the subject was swimming pass, Deputy Lewis held Deputy McMurtry by his duty belt allowing him to reach out and grab the subject pulling him to safety. During the investigation it, was discovered that the subject in question had assaulted his girlfriend the night before and was attempting to take his own life believing that he had killed her. The vehicle the subject was driving had also been stolen by the subject the night before from a gas station on East Boundary.

On October 29, 2016, Deputy Jason McQuaig, Deputy Ty Dailey and Deputy Tricia Bourne were dispatched to Meadowbrook Drive in reference to a suicide attempt by a 60-year-old W/M. Upon arrival, the deputies were met outside of the residence by the complainant who led them to the garage where the subject was lying in a pool of blood on the garage floor. The subject’s wrists and neck had been cut extensively with a steak knife by the subject. The deputies had the complainant get towels from the resident and Deputy Ty Dailey began applying pressure on the subject’s neck while Deputy James McQuaig and Deputy Tricia Bourne began applying pressure on each wrist to stop the bleeding until EMS arrived. Gold Cross MED unit 27 arrived on the scene and stabilized the subject and transported the subject to AUMC for treatment.

On October 29, 2016, Deputy Jason McQuaig, Deputy Ty Dailey and Deputy Tricia Bourne were dispatched to Meadowbrook Drive in reference to a suicide attempt by a 60-year-old W/M. Upon arrival, the deputies were met outside of the residence by the complainant who led them to the garage where the subject was lying in a pool of blood on the garage floor. The subject’s wrists and neck had been cut extensively with a steak knife by the subject. The deputies had the complainant get towels from the resident and Deputy Ty Dailey began applying pressure on the subject’s neck while Deputy James McQuaig and Deputy Tricia Bourne began applying pressure on each wrist to stop the bleeding until EMS arrived. Gold Cross MED unit 27 arrived on the scene and stabilized the subject and transported the subject to AUMC for treatment.

  On September 4, 2016, Deputy Brandon Phillips and Deputy Corey Schettino were serving dinner on F-Pod at the Charles B. Webster Detention Center when they discovered an inmate hanging from the top bunk with his bed sheet around his neck. The inmate was unresponsive and showed no signs of life. Deputy Brandon Phillips immediately put out the call for a medical emergency over the radio, while Deputy Corey Schettino lifted the inmate and then they both were able to remove the sheet from around the inmate’s neck. Deputy Corey Schettino began chest compressions while Deputy Brandon Phillips requested for someone to respond with an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).  The nurse, Teresa Leslie arrived at the cell and took over performing chest compressions. Sergeant Jessie Kent arrived on the scene shortly afterwards and took over performing chest compressions from the nurse. Deputy Brandon Phillips used the AMBU bag to administer oxygen to the inmate. They continued to perform CPR on the inmate until they were relieved by the EMTs. Because of their quick actions the inmate’s life was saved.

  On September 4, 2016, Deputy Brandon Phillips and Deputy Corey Schettino were serving dinner on F-Pod at the Charles B. Webster Detention Center when they discovered an inmate hanging from the top bunk with his bed sheet around his neck. The inmate was unresponsive and showed no signs of life. Deputy Brandon Phillips immediately put out the call for a medical emergency over the radio, while Deputy Corey Schettino lifted the inmate and then they both were able to remove the sheet from around the inmate’s neck. Deputy Corey Schettino began chest compressions while Deputy Brandon Phillips requested for someone to respond with an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).  The nurse, Teresa Leslie arrived at the cell and took over performing chest compressions. Sergeant Jessie Kent arrived on the scene shortly afterwards and took over performing chest compressions from the nurse. Deputy Brandon Phillips used the AMBU bag to administer oxygen to the inmate. They continued to perform CPR on the inmate until they were relieved by the EMTs. Because of their quick actions the inmate’s life was saved.

  On September 4, 2016, Deputy Brandon Phillips and Deputy Corey Schettino were serving dinner on F-Pod at the Charles B. Webster Detention Center when they discovered an inmate hanging from the top bunk with his bed sheet around his neck. The inmate was unresponsive and showed no signs of life. Deputy Brandon Phillips immediately put out the call for a medical emergency over the radio, while Deputy Corey Schettino lifted the inmate and then they both were able to remove the sheet from around the inmate’s neck. Deputy Corey Schettino began chest compressions while Deputy Brandon Phillips requested for someone to respond with an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).  The nurse, Teresa Leslie arrived at the cell and took over performing chest compressions. Sergeant Jessie Kent arrived on the scene shortly afterwards and took over performing chest compressions from the nurse. Deputy Brandon Phillips used the AMBU bag to administer oxygen to the inmate. They continued to perform CPR on the inmate until they were relieved by the EMTs. Because of their quick actions the inmate’s life was saved.

On September 4, 2016, Deputy Brandon Phillips and Deputy Corey Schettino were serving dinner on F-Pod at the Charles B. Webster Detention Center when they discovered an inmate hanging from the top bunk with his bed sheet around his neck. The inmate was unresponsive and showed no signs of life. Deputy Brandon Phillips immediately put out the call for a medical emergency over the radio, while Deputy Corey Schettino lifted the inmate and then they both were able to remove the sheet from around the inmate’s neck. Deputy Corey Schettino began chest compressions while Deputy Brandon Phillips requested for someone to respond with an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).  The nurse, Teresa Leslie arrived at the cell and took over performing chest compressions. Sergeant Jessie Kent arrived on the scene shortly afterwards and took over performing chest compressions from the nurse. Deputy Brandon Phillips used the AMBU bag to administer oxygen to the inmate. They continued to perform CPR on the inmate until they were relieved by the EMTs. Because of their quick actions the inmate’s life was saved.

On July 4, 2016 at approximately 1715 hours, Deputy Richard Palocsik and Deputy William Jarrett, while patrolling in the Sheriff's Office boat, were dispatched to a suicidal person in the middle of the Savannah River. Upon arrival, they observed a male subject in the water yelling for them to shoot him. They also saw Deputy Ryan Jones swimming from the shore with a life vest on towards the subject. Deputy Ryan Jones got into the Sheriff’s Office boat with Deputies Palocsik and Jarrett. The deputies tried talking to the subject to encourage him to get out of the water, but the subject refused. A life jacket was thrown to the subject which he threw aside and multiple attempts were made to try and pull the subject into the boat. The subject was combative and refused multiple attempts to rescue him. DNR, who was on the scene by this time, threw a rope to the subject. The subject then tied the rope around his neck and dived under the boat. Seeing this, Deputy Jarrett and Deputy Jones dived into the water and then began to struggle with the subject to remove the rope from his neck. Deputy William Jarrett and Deputy Ryan Jones subdued the subject in the water and with assistance of others, removed the subject from the water and placed the subject in the boat. The subject was then transported to GRU hospital.

On July 4, 2016 at approximately 1715 hours, Deputy Richard Palocsik and Deputy William Jarrett, while patrolling in the Sheriff's Office boat, were dispatched to a suicidal person in the middle of the Savannah River. Upon arrival, they observed a male subject in the water yelling for them to shoot him. They also saw Deputy Ryan Jones swimming from the shore with a life vest on towards the subject. Deputy Ryan Jones got into the Sheriff’s Office boat with Deputies Palocsik and Jarrett. The deputies tried talking to the subject to encourage him to get out of the water, but the subject refused. A life jacket was thrown to the subject which he threw aside and multiple attempts were made to try and pull the subject into the boat. The subject was combative and refused multiple attempts to rescue him. DNR, who was on the scene by this time, threw a rope to the subject. The subject then tied the rope around his neck and dived under the boat. Seeing this, Deputy Jarrett and Deputy Jones dived into the water and then began to struggle with the subject to remove the rope from his neck. Deputy William Jarrett and Deputy Ryan Jones subdued the subject in the water and with assistance of Deputy Richard Palocsik, removed the subject from the water and placed the subject in the boat. The subject was then transported to GRU hospital.

Deputy William Jarrett is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

On July 4, 2016 at approximately 1715 hours, Deputy Richard Palocsik and Deputy William Jarrett, while patrolling in the Sheriff's Office boat, were dispatched to a suicidal person in the middle of the Savannah River. Upon arrival, they observed a male subject in the water yelling for them to shoot him. They also saw Deputy Ryan Jones swimming from the shore with a life vest on towards the subject. Deputy Ryan Jones got into the Sheriff’s Office boat with Deputies Palocsik and Jarrett. The deputies tried talking to the subject to encourage him to get out of the water, but the subject refused. A life jacket was thrown to the subject which he threw aside and multiple attempts were made to try and pull the subject into the boat. The subject was combative and refused multiple attempts to rescue him. DNR, who was on the scene by this time, threw a rope to the subject. The subject then tied the rope around his neck and dived under the boat. Seeing this, Deputy Jarrett and Deputy Jones dived into the water and then began to struggle with the subject to remove the rope from his neck. Deputy William Jarrett and Deputy Ryan Jones subdued the subject in the water and with assistance of Deputy Richard Palocsik, removed the subject from the water and placed the subject in the boat. The subject was then transported to GRU hospital.

Deputy Richard Palocsik is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

On May 2, 2016, Deputy Charles Gunn and Deputy Allen Crispin responded to 2018 Broome Road in reference to shots fired with one down. Upon arrival, it was determine that no one had been shot but there was an unresponsive female in the bath tub. Deputy Allen Crispin and Deputy Charles Gunn pulled the unresponsive subject out of the tub, placed her on the floor, and began CPR until Augusta Richmond County Fire Engine 12 and Med 24 arrived. First Responders continued CPR until they finally got a pulse and a blood pressure. The patient was transported to University Hospital and was in stable condition at that time.  Deputy Charles Gunn’s and Deputy Allen Crispin’s quick thinking and performing CPR saved the life of the unresponsive female.

Deputy Charles Gunn is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

  On April 12, 2016 Corporal James Ouzts was working special duty at the S Bar at 1505 North Leg Rd.  At approximately 0130 hours, Corporal Ouzts heard a gunshot come from the area of Idlewild Dr. and then drove toward the sound searching for any signs.  Corporal Ouzts observed a white Ford Taurus with a GA paper tag, occupied by two black males turning onto North Leg road with the headlights turned off. Corporal Ouzts initiated a traffic stop making contact with the driver and passenger. Corporal Ouzts explained to the driver that he heard a gunshot come from the area where the driver was just seen, and the driver gave Corporal Ouzts permission to search his person and the vehicle. As Corporal Ouzts had the driver exit the vehicle, the driver stated that there was a pistol in the vehicle. Corporal Ouzts recovered a black Ruger .357 magnum revolver with five live rounds and one spent casing that was located between the driver’s seat and the center console.  As Corporal Ouzts was securing the weapon and the driver in his car, dispatch put out a call for shots fired, one down on Idlewild Dr. Both subjects and the weapon were turned over to CID and the subjects were also charged with the murder of the victim on Idlewild Dr.  Corporal Ouzts took the initiative to respond to an incident that was beyond the scope of his special, and was able to catch two murder suspects before the incident was ever reported.

Corporal James Ouzts is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

  On April 22, 2016 at approximately 0805 hours, Corporal Patrick Blanchard responded to 1206 Eisenhower Drive in reference to an alarm. While en-route to the call, dispatch advised that there was a male on fire at the residence. When Corporal Blanchard arrived, he found the sunroom on the rear of the home engulfed in flames and a male subject on fire attempting to crawl out. Corporal Blanchard was unable to reach the subject so he retrieved his fire extinguisher and returned to the subject. Corporal Blanchard and Gold Cross EMS were able to remove the subject from the rear of the house. EMS took over care of the subject while Corporal Blanchard continued to extinguish the fire until the Fire Department arrived on the scene. Although the victim later died from his injuries sustained in the fire, another resident of the home was uninjured in the fire and several animals were safely removed from the house. This incident serves as an example of how an otherwise routine call can turn into a dramatic situation.

Corporal Patrick Blanchard is a credit to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Augusta Richmond County.

   On Saturday, April 2, 2016 Deputy Christopher Tucker (T-8) was dispatched to the scene of a single vehicle accident on the 1800 Block of Gordon Hwy.  On his arrival Deputy Tucker found the vehicle in flames with a driver and three passengers still inside the vehicle.  Deputy Charles Cramer (T-15) arrived on the scene shortly after Deputy Tucker’s arrival to help with the incident. While Deputy Tucker was assisting the driver and the three passengers from the vehicle, Deputy Cramer gathered several fire extinguishers from additional patrol cars at the scene to keep the flames at bay.  Deputy Christopher Tucker’s and Deputy Charles Cramer's quick thinking and speed to react was instrumental in the rescue efforts. 

Deputy Christopher Tucker’s and Deputy Charles Cramer’s actions are in keeping with the highest standards of professionalism in the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and reflect the type of dedication, caring and hard work that makes this agency what it is and has us all striving to make it better.

   On Saturday, April 2, 2016 Deputy Christopher Tucker (T-8) was dispatched to the scene of a single vehicle accident on the 1800 Block of Gordon Hwy.  On his arrival Deputy Tucker found the vehicle in flames with a driver and three passengers still inside the vehicle.  Deputy Charles Cramer (T-15) arrived on the scene shortly after Deputy Tucker’s arrival to help with the incident. While Deputy Tucker was assisting the driver and the three passengers from the vehicle, Deputy Cramer gathered several fire extinguishers from additional patrol cars at the scene to keep the flames at bay.  Deputy Christopher Tucker’s and Deputy Charles Cramer's quick thinking and speed to react was instrumental in the rescue efforts. 

Deputy Christopher Tucker’s and Deputy Charles Cramer’s actions are in keeping with the highest standards of professionalism in the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and reflect the type of dedication, caring and hard work that makes this agency what it is and has us all striving to make it better.

On December 11, 2015 at approximately 0100 hours Corporal Jason Turner and Deputy Matthew Sanderson were dispatched to an accident on I-20 at the Canal Bridge. A tractor trailer had run off the road and into the Canal. The driver of the truck had become free of the cab and was yelling for help. Cpl. Turner and Dep. Sanderson were able to locate the driver near the bank of the Canal. Both Cpl. Turner and Dep. Sanderson braved the cold, dark water and brought the driver to safety. The driver had a large laceration to the head and was experiencing paralysis when he was found. They remained with the driver until the Fire Department’s Water Rescue arrived and helped facilitate the extraction of the driver from the water. These Deputies faced treacherous conditions to save this person's life.

Due to their fast thinking, level of experience, and desire to help those in need, a life was saved.

On December 11, 2015 at approximately 0100 hours Corporal Jason Turner and Deputy Matthew Sanderson were dispatched to an accident on I-20 at the Canal Bridge. A tractor trailer had run off the road and into the Canal. The driver of the truck had become free of the cab and was yelling for help. Cpl. Turner and Dep. Sanderson were able to locate the driver near the bank of the Canal. Both Cpl. Turner and Dep. Sanderson braved the cold, dark water and brought the driver to safety. The driver had a large laceration to the head and was experiencing paralysis when he was found. They remained with the driver until the Fire Department’s Water Rescue arrived and helped facilitate the extraction of the driver from the water. These Deputies faced treacherous conditions to save this person's life.

Due to their fast thinking, level of experience, and desire to help those in need, a life was saved.

I, as Sheriff of the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, do hereby very proudly commend:

Captain Scott Gay is to be commended for his actions on September 15, 2015 which resulted in the saving of a life.

Dated this day, the Thirteenth day of October, Two Thousand and Fifteen.

On September 15, 2015, at approximately 0720 hours, Capt. Scott Gay observed a traffic accident on Washington Road just East of Town Centre Drive.  Columbia County Sheriff’s Office had units responding and when they arrived they found Captain Gay performing CPR on one of the drivers involved.  Captain Gay continued to perform CPR until he was relieved by Fire and EMS personnel. The EMS crew loaded the driver in the ambulance and was able to revive him at the scene.  All three paramedics credited Captain Gay with saving the driver’s life and giving him the opportunity at a fighting chance for survival.

Sgt. Lyons with the CCSO briefly spoke to Captain Gay at the scene, and stated that Captain Gay was humble and attempted to downplay the importance of what he had done to assist a person who was in dire medical condition.  Had this not been brought to our attention, Captain Gay would not have sought out any praise or recognition for his actions, in keeping with his professionalism and sense of duty. 

His actions reflect well on his personal commitment to service, and are a credit to himself and our agency. Due to his actions a life was saved.

On August 29, 2015 at approximately 1903 hours, Deputies Charles Kaminer and Thomas Andrews were assisting Deputy Evan Vinston with a disabled vehicle on Belair Road. While at that location, a black male came running up the road yelling “He hung himself”.  Deputy Kaminer and Deputy Andrews got into their patrol cars and followed the subject to 3751 Belair Road. They noticed a male subject hanging from a tree limb by a cable that was tied around his neck. Both deputies immediately ran to him, where Deputy Andrews grabbed him to relieve the pressure from the cable, while Deputy Kaminer attempted to cut the cable. It was determined that the cable had metal inside, therefore Deputy Kaminer had to untie the knots in the cable. Deputies Andrews and Kaminer removed the cable from around his neck, and laid him flat on his back to begin CPR. The subject’s body was blue, with a faint pulse and he was not breathing. Deputy Andrews gave 1 chest compression and performed a sternum rub causing him to slightly gasp for air. Deputy Andrews was given a Bag Valve Mask (BVM) from Corporal Thigpen’s vehicle. Deputy Andrews began ventilating the subject as Deputy Kaminer assisted with securing the airway. Both deputies continued this process until First Responders arrived on scene.

Due to their fast thinking, level of experience, and desire to help those in need, a life was saved.

On May 2, 2015 at approximately 1224 hours, Deputy Ty Dailey was in the parking lot of the Rite Aid at 2501 Tobacco Road when he was approached by a female who stated that her father was having a heart attack in the Taco Bell parking lot. Deputy Dailey rushed to the parking lot to find Mr. Ronald Collins in his vehicle unresponsive with no signs of breathing or a pulse. Deputy Dailey radioed for medical assistance. Deputy Dailey then pulled Mr. Collins from his vehicle and started CPR until the arrival of Gold Cross and first responders. Mr. Collins was revived on the scene by medical personnel. It is without a doubt that due to proper training and a quick response from Deputy Dailey, Mr. Collins life was saved.

Deputy Dailey’s quick response was the critical factor in the survival of Mr. Collins. Deputy Dailey's actions are a credit not only to himself, but the Sheriff's Office as a whole.

        On July 23rd, 2015 while on routine traffic enforcement duties on the 2800 block of Glenn Hills Drive, Deputy Marlon Campbell observed a silver Chevrolet Impala traveling at an increased rate of speed traveling south on Glenn Hills Dr. He was able to catch up to the vehicle when it stopped at Glenn Hills Drive and Vernon Drive. Deputy Campbell encountered a Mr. Collier, who was the driver and learned that his son who was being held by the mother, Ms. Davis in the front passenger seat was not breathing. Deputy Campbell made contact with the juvenile and found him to be cold to the touch, cyanotic, not breathing and was not able to palpate a pulse. Deputy Campbell immediately took action starting CPR and requesting EMS to the scene. I, Corporal Schaffer along with Deputy Usry, T3, responded to the scene to assist Deputy Campbell. Prior to our arrival Deputy Campbell was able to get the juvenile breathing again and was able to get a faint palatable pulse. EMS and First Responders arrived on scene and continued to provide emergency care for the juvenile. The juvenile was transported to the Georgia Regents University Medical Center and was listed in critical but stable condition.

Based on my years of service in the military as a combat trained medical specialist, Deputy Campbell's calm reaction and quick action in my estimate was the critical factor in the child's surviving to be transported to a Medical Facility for a higher level of care that the child was desperately in need of. Deputy Campbell's actions are a credit not only to himself, but the Traffic Safety Division and the Sheriff's Office as a whole.

On June 9, 2015, Sergeant McCormick, conducted a traffic stop at the Shell Gas Station at 3105 Deans Bridge Road.  Corporal Dale Roberts came to assistance of Sergeant McCormick during the stop. The driver of the vehicle, Ms. Latoya Burns pulled up to the gas station and got out of her car yelling that her baby, Jayceon Burns, one year of age, was not breathing. Corporal Roberts did not hesitate as he rushed to the car and began performing CPR on the one-year old. He continued performing CPR until the baby regained consciousness and medical help arrived. Due to the quick response of Cpl. Roberts and his professional training, he was able to revive the child within a time frame that did not cause further injury or harm to the child.

Saving the life of a child is one of the greatest acts that an officer can perform. Corporal Dale Roberts' actions reflect great credit upon himself, his fellow officers and the Richmond County Sheriff's Office.

On March 25, 2015 at approximately 0930 hours a female, later identified as Ashpiana Long, approached Deputy Eugene Brantley and asked him to call 911 because her one year old child, Ayden Long, was not breathing. Nine-one-one was called and Deputy Louise Staten came from her courtroom to assist. She determined that the child was not breathing and immediately began performing CPR. The child started breathing again for a brief period, and then stopped breathing again. Corporal Walter Ashley, who is one of the Sheriff’s Office’s CPR instructors, began additional CPR and the child began breathing again. The child was breathing when the EMTs arrived and transported the child to the hospital. The child was awake and stable upon transport.

Deputy Brantley, Deputy Staten and Corporal Ashley are to be commended for their response. The actions of these deputies without a doubt saved a life.  Our agency and community are very grateful for your service with the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office.

On March 25, 2015 at approximately 0930 hours a female, later identified as Ashpiana Long, approached Deputy Eugene Brantley and asked him to call 911 because her one year old child, Ayden Long, was not breathing. Nine-one-one was called and Deputy Louise Staten came from her courtroom to assist. She determined that the child was not breathing and immediately began performing CPR. The child started breathing again for a brief period, and then stopped breathing again. Corporal Walter Ashley, who is one of the Sheriff’s Office’s CPR instructors, began additional CPR and the child began breathing again. The child was breathing when the EMTs arrived and transported the child to the hospital. The child was awake and stable upon transport.

Deputy Brantley, Deputy Staten and Corporal Ashley are to be commended for their response. The actions of these deputies without a doubt saved a life.  Our agency and community are very grateful for your service with the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office.

On March 25, 2015 at approximately 0930 hours a female, later identified as Ashpiana Long, approached Deputy Eugene Brantley and asked him to call 911 because her one year old child, Ayden Long, was not breathing. Nine-one-one was called and Deputy Louise Staten came from her courtroom to assist. She determined that the child was not breathing and immediately began performing CPR. The child started breathing again for a brief period, and then stopped breathing again. Corporal Walter Ashley, who is one of the Sheriff’s Office’s CPR instructors, began additional CPR and the child began breathing again. The child was breathing when the EMTs arrived and transported the child to the hospital. The child was awake and stable upon transport.

Deputy Brantley, Deputy Staten and Corporal Ashley are to be commended for their response. The actions of these deputies without a doubt saved a life.  Our agency and community are very grateful for your service with the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office.

On September 2, 2014 at 1143 hours, deputies responded to a burglary in progress at 210 Chatham Rd. A description was given by dispatch of a Gray Dodge Caravan as being the suspect vehicle. Deputy David Whelchel spotted the vehicle and followed it until Deputy Brian Strickland arrived. Deputy Strickland attempted to stop the Caravan but it fled to Warren Rd. where the suspects fled on foot. Deputy Strickland and Whelchel gave chase. Deputy Strickland, at great risk, chased the suspects across I-20. Deputy Jacob Green had responded to the area and joined in the foot pursuit. The suspects split up and one was captured in a field on Skinner Mill Rd. near Crossbridge Baptist Church by Deputy Steven Jones and Sgt. Tommy Usry. The second suspect was located in a closet in an apartment at 3188 Skinner Mill Rd. that belonged to his sister. All property taken in the burglary was returned to the owner. There was no injury or property damage in the incident. The actions of these deputies are to be commended for their quick response and relentless pursuit of these subjects which resulted in the prompt and efficient arrest of 2 burglary suspects.  The actions of these deputies have helped to make Augusta-Richmond County safer for our citizens and these arrests will assist with the clearance of other cases in the area.

On Augusta 23^rd 2014 at 1625 hours Deputy Kenneth McKenzie answered a call to the Augusta Hotel at 1365 Gordon Highway in reference to a burglary suspect in Room 244.  Deputy Kenneth McKenzie had just taken the burglary report from room 131 at 1515 hours this date. Deputy McKenzie went to room 244 and encountered two suspects in the Room.  Deputy McKenzie was attentive, observant and acted in a swift manner which led to the arrest of two convicted felons on firearm charges.  Deputy McKenzie's actions also led to a verbal confession from one of the subjects for burglary that occurred in room 131. Deputy McKenzie's attention to details also led to the recovery of a lap top computer that was taken during the burglary, the seizure of the firearm the convicted felons had in their possession, and the seizure of methamphetamines which led to felony drug charges being placed on both suspects. The following day, during a pro-active stop for a suspicious situation at the IGA on East Boundary, Deputy McKenzie was able to make an arrest on a wanted person for a felony armed robbery.  Upon reading the warrant application at CID, he learned that there was a second person wanted in connection with the same armed robbery whom he had observed earlier in the day on his beat.  He then went back to his patrol area, looked for the second wanted person, located him and made an arrest for the warrant as well as felony drug charges for possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. Deputy McKenzie's professional attitude during the initial call led to the witness coming forward and supplying him with the information needed to make these arrests and on the following day, his pro-active policing methods led the arrest of two armed robbery suspects.  Deputy McKenzie's exemplary actions, attention to details and professionalism make him very worthy of this award.

On August 23, 2014, Deputy McClure was patrolling MM Scott Apartment complex. During the patrol, Deputy McClure observed 2 subjects setting off fireworks in the parking lot. Upon seeing Deputy McClure, the subjects took flight on foot into apartment 67. A consent search was conducted inside of the residence by Deputy McClure and the rest of Housing Squad A. During the search, one of the subjects who ran into the residence was located hiding under the bed in the master bedroom. This subject was wanted through Aiken, S.C. for serious felony violations including kidnapping, armed robbery and a firearm violation and had been a fugitive for some time.  Approximately 2.1 grams of marijuana and a loaded .38 caliber revolver was also seized from the residence.  The subject was taken into custody and claimed ownership of the marijuana and the firearm. Deputy McClure did an outstanding job on patrol and was attentive to persons that he observed while patrolling. Because of Deputy McClure’s alertness and knowledge of the law, a wanted felon was quickly apprehended without incident and a firearm and drugs were taken off the street.

On August 21, 2014 this office received a letter from Captain Steve Morris of the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office which details the events as follows: On Thursday evening August 14, 2014 around 22:30 hours a woman was beaten and her husband murdered in the parking lot of the Wesley United Methodist church during a carjacking in Columbia County. Later, the suspect in this case arrived at the TPS convenience store on Peach Orchard Road and asked the clerk for directions. Many Richmond County deputies were assisting to locate this suspect until it was realized he had left the area and was believed headed to Florida. Shortly thereafter, Deputy Christy stops at a gas station and initiated a conversation with the clerk about the murder investigation. He was told by the clerk that a suspicious black male, with blood on his face and driving a gold SUV, came to the window and asked for directions to 1-95 South towards Florida. Deputy Christy immediately called Columbia County dispatch and advised them of this information. Video was collected from the store and this information was relayed to the Florida Highway Patrol, which ultimately lead to the arrest of the suspect. Deputy Christy's actions were instrumental in the timely capture of this suspect.  Due to the quick and efficient actions of Deputy Christy, a murder suspect was tracked down and arrested. Deputy Christy is to be commended for his actions and he is appreciated by this office and all of Richmond County. His actions in this case are also appreciated by the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Columbia County.

On Wednesday July 2, 2014, Corporal Trimmingham was patrolling the area around the 200 block of Boy Scout Road when he was flagged down by a very excited 7 year old son of Treeuisha Walker, of 222 Boy Scout Road. He told Corporal Trimmingham that his mother needed him. He responded and was advised by Ms. Walker that her 3 year old daughter, Michiah Walker, was choking on a piece of candy. She told him that she had stuck her finger in the child’s mouth to try and remove it but it wouldn’t come out. Corporal Trimmingham took the child and performed the Heimlich maneuver and the candy was dislodged. He then called for Gold Cross Ambulance Service to respond and check the child. She was determined to be fine and did not need any further treatment.

On 061914, Deputy Michael Rollins received a call to Virginia College at 2807 Wylds Road in reference to a child locked in a vehicle. Deputy Oleg Grinko, the team leader, was the first on the scene and a short time later Deputy Rollins and Deputies Jacob Green and John Scott arrived. Raisa Garnett, a security guard with the college met them and advised that she was flagged down by an unidentified person in reference to a possible child left in a Toyota 4 Runner. Upon investigating Ms. Garnett thought she heard a baby crying. Deputy Grinko also heard the faint sound of a baby crying but could not see it due to it being covered by a blanket. He was able to reach through a partially rolled down window and pull the blanket away to reveal the child who was in the hatch back area of the vehicle. Deputies Grinko, Rollins and Scott attempted to gain entry through the windows and doors but were unsuccessful. Deputy Green found the sunroof partially open and was able to get in and unlock the vehicle. First responders who were present determined the child to be in critical condition at that point. The child was stabilized and transported to GRU. Investigation revealed that the mother, Alicia Manigault, had left the child in the vehicle while she took a test at the college. The child was in the vehicle for approximately 45 minutes in a non-shaded area without the air conditioner on.

On 061914, Deputy Michael Rollins received a call to Virginia College at 2807 Wylds Road in reference to a child locked in a vehicle. Deputy Oleg Grinko, the team leader, was the first on the scene and a short time later Deputy Rollins and Deputies Jacob Green and John Scott arrived. Raisa Garnett, a security guard with the college met them and advised that she was flagged down by an unidentified person in reference to a possible child left in a Toyota 4 Runner. Upon investigating Ms. Garnett thought she heard a baby crying. Deputy Grinko also heard the faint sound of a baby crying but could not see it due to it being covered by a blanket. He was able to reach through a partially rolled down window and pull the blanket away to reveal the child who was in the hatch back area of the vehicle. Deputies Grinko, Rollins and Scott attempted to gain entry through the windows and doors but were unsuccessful. Deputy Green found the sunroof partially open and was able to get in and unlock the vehicle. First responders who were present determined the child to be in critical condition at that point. The child was stabilized and transported to GRU. Investigation revealed that the mother, Alicia Manigault, had left the child in the vehicle while she took a test at the college. The child was in the vehicle for approximately 45 minutes in a non-shaded area without the air conditioner on.

On 061914, Deputy Michael Rollins received a call to Virginia College at 2807 Wylds Road in reference to a child locked in a vehicle. Deputy Oleg Grinko, the team leader, was the first on the scene and a short time later Deputy Rollins and Deputies Jacob Green and John Scott arrived. Raisa Garnett, a security guard with the college met them and advised that she was flagged down by an unidentified person in reference to a possible child left in a Toyota 4 Runner. Upon investigating Ms. Garnett thought she heard a baby crying. Deputy Grinko also heard the faint sound of a baby crying but could not see it due to it being covered by a blanket. He was able to reach through a partially rolled down window and pull the blanket away to reveal the child who was in the hatch back area of the vehicle. Deputies Grinko, Rollins and Scott attempted to gain entry through the windows and doors but were unsuccessful. Deputy Green found the sunroof partially open and was able to get in and unlock the vehicle. First responders who were present determined the child to be in critical condition at that point. The child was stabilized and transported to GRU. Investigation revealed that the mother, Alicia Manigault, had left the child in the vehicle while she took a test at the college. The child was in the vehicle for approximately 45 minutes in a non-shaded area without the air conditioner on.

On 061914, Deputy Michael Rollins received a call to Virginia College at 2807 Wylds Road in reference to a child locked in a vehicle. Deputy Oleg Grinko, the team leader, was the first on the scene and a short time later Deputy Rollins and Deputies Jacob Green and John Scott arrived. Raisa Garnett, a security guard with the college met them and advised that she was flagged down by an unidentified person in reference to a possible child left in a Toyota 4 Runner. Upon investigating Ms. Garnett thought she heard a baby crying. Deputy Grinko also heard the faint sound of a baby crying but could not see it due to it being covered by a blanket. He was able to reach through a partially rolled down window and pull the blanket away to reveal the child who was in the hatch back area of the vehicle. Deputies Grinko, Rollins and Scott attempted to gain entry through the windows and doors but were unsuccessful. Deputy Green found the sunroof partially open and was able to get in and unlock the vehicle. First responders who were present determined the child to be in critical condition at that point. The child was stabilized and transported to GRU. Investigation revealed that the mother, Alicia Manigault, had left the child in the vehicle while she took a test at the college. The child was in the vehicle for approximately 45 minutes in a non-shaded area without the air conditioner on.