At least one person is dead after a fatal crash in Augusta occurred while Richmond County deputies were chasing a car Saturday night.
The dramatic crash happened at the intersection of Wrightsboro Road and Troupe Street and was captured on video by witnesses. A car erupted into flames and authorities were seen pulling someone from the burning car. Nearby, a car was on its side as witnesses stepped in to help the injured.
“Several other individuals have been transported to the hospital by ambulance and their conditions are unknown,” sheriff’s Sg. William McCarty said late Saturday.
The Georgia State Patrol has responded to the scene at the request of the Sheriff’s Office and is handling the investigation, the sergeant said.
The name of the deceased has not been released, pending notification of kin.
