Fugitive apprehended in Augusta swamp after K-9 pursuit

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – On Saturday, October 18th, around 3:56 p.m., deputies with the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office captured a wanted fugitive following foot chase and search in a swamp off the 5000 block of Mike Padgett Highway.

While patrolling the area, deputies noticed man matching the description of a wanted fugitive walking along the shoulder near the 5000 block Mike Padgett Highway.

Upon confirming the individual’s identity as Robbie Newton, Deputies attempted to make contact…

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