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Pair arrested after 31-year-old man shot dead in Augusta
Clara Jennings
Clara Jennings
Bureau Chief · Augusta, GA
Clara Jennings is a seasoned journalist with over 15 years of experience covering local government and public policy in Augusta. She holds a Master's degree in Public Affairs from the University of Georgia and previously worked at the Augusta Chronicle, where she honed her investigative skills. Clara is known for her commitment to transparency and accountability in local governance.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. — A 31-year-old Augusta man was shot and killed Thursday night, according to the Richmond County Coroner’s Office.Coroner Mark Bowen said his office responded to a residence in the 2800 block of Waterside Drive to investigate a reported homicide.At the scene deputies found the victim unresponsive on the ground, according to reports. The victim, Troy Allen Clay Jr., was shot at least once and pronounced dead at the scene at 10:33 p.m. on Thursday, Bowen said.During the investigation, investigators brought in Jaylen Peck, 22, and Kaya-Rose Peck, 21, for interviews. Jaylen Peck was later charged with murder and possession of a fire during the commission of a crime. Kaya-Rose Peck was charged with murder. Both suspects were arrested and booked into the Charles B. Webster Detention Center.An autopsy has been scheduled.The investigation is still ongoing.Anyone with information is urged to contact law enforcement.
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