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Alleged Cult Leader Faces Judge in Lengthy Hearing Amidst Controversy in Augusta

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AUGUSTA, Ga. — A lengthy court hearing unfolded on Friday for a man accused of leading a cult, drawing significant attention from the public and law enforcement. The proceedings, which lasted several hours, focused on allegations of criminal activity related to the group he supposedly directed. The individual at the center of the case has faced multiple charges that paint a disturbing picture of the organization. Authorities claim that the group engaged in manipulative and coerced behavior, raising concerns over the welfare of its members. The hearing involved detailed testimonies and reviews of various pieces … Read more

Urgent Alert: Augusta County Residents Targeted by Phone Scammers Posing as Sheriff’s Office Officials

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Augusta County, Va. — Residents of Augusta County are being warned about a phone scam involving impersonators posing as sheriff’s deputies. The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) has received multiple reports from concerned citizens reporting suspicious calls from individuals claiming to be Lieutenants or Deputies. The fraudulent calls are being made from restricted numbers, and if recipients do not pick up, the impersonators are leaving voicemails. These messages typically mention a civil summons, jury duty, or some sort of pressing legal issue that requires immediate attention. Among the numbers associated with these scams are 540-445-0998, … Read more

Jury Convicts Man in 2022 Augusta Fatal Shooting Over Cigarette Lighter Dispute

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AUGUSTA, Ga. — A jury has convicted a man involved in a fatal shooting in Augusta last year, underlining a grave incident that stemmed from a trivial dispute. Frederick McNeal was found guilty of felony murder and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, according to the Augusta District Attorney’s Office. The incident, which captured local attention due to its violent nature and seemingly mundane cause, occurred on the morning of July 26, 2022. Authorities were called to Sonny’s Package on the 2300 block of Wheeless Road after reports of gunfire. Upon … Read more

Jury Awards Aiken Couple Over $3 Million in Lawsuit Against Augusta Hospital for Outpatient Procedure Injury

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A jury in Richmond County, Georgia, has awarded over $3 million to an Aiken man and his wife in a lawsuit against Augusta Hospital LLC. The lawsuit claims that an outpatient procedure at Trinity Hospital, which was operated by Augusta Hospital LLC at the time, resulted in the man’s injury. The verdict was reached on December 20th, 2021. Attorneys Ken and Caleb Connor, who represented the plaintiffs, expressed their gratitude that justice was finally served after a long legal process. The case was filed more than five years ago and experienced delays due to the … Read more