Augusta sees overall decrease in crime compared to 2024

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office shared crime is down compared to this time last year during a press conference.

According to the sheriff’s office, crimes between the dates of January 1 and August 16 in 2024 and 2025 are down 29% overall.

The crime with the largest decrease is auto theft with a 41% decrease…

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