Man and Woman Found Dead in Augusta Shooting; 46-Year-Old Tony Horne Arrested
AUGUSTA, GA — Authorities have arrested 46-year-old Tony Horne in connection with a suspected double homicide that occurred early Wednesday morning on Mystic Lane in Augusta. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that Horne was taken into custody at the scene and later booked into the Charles B. Webster Detention Center.
Deputies responded to reports of a shooting around 2:30 a.m. at a residence in the 3000 block of Mystic Lane. Upon arrival, officers found a man and a woman inside the home, both suffering from gunshot wounds. Tragically, both victims were pronounced dead at the scene.
The Richmond County Coroner’s Office has classified the case as a double homicide, though the identities of the victims have not yet been released pending notification of their next of kin. An autopsy has been scheduled to determine the exact cause of death, and authorities are continuing to piece together the events leading up to the fatal shootings.
Details about the motive or circumstances remain unclear, and the sheriff’s office has not made the full incident report publicly available. Investigators are actively working to gather evidence and interview potential witnesses as part of the ongoing investigation.
This tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with residents expressing concern over the violent nature of the crime. Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward and contact the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers.
As the investigation continues, the Augusta community awaits further updates on the case, hoping for answers and justice for the victims.
