Man Shot and Killed in Richmond County this Morning Identified, Suspect Arrested

A homicide investigation is underway in Richmond County.  Investigators say they responded to the 2800 block of Fairmount Street at 12:30 am today to a report of a shooting.  Deputies found an adult male who had been shot at least one time and died as a result of his injuries.  Richmond County Coroner Mark Bowen said the victim has been identified as 33-year-old Dwayne Anthony Tillman II of Augusta.  An autopsy has been scheduled.

Investigators say they have taken 21-year-old Traveon Wade into custody and charged him with Murder, Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime, and Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute.

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