A tragic shooting at Cedarwood Apartments in Augusta, Georgia, early Saturday morning has left one woman dead and another facing murder charges. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that 26-year-old Keondra McBride has been arrested and charged with murder and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime in connection with the death of 45-year-old Yolanda Renee Epps.
Authorities responded to a shooting call at the apartment complex, located at 527 Richmond Hill West, shortly after 3 a.m. on Saturday. Upon arrival, deputies discovered Epps suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the upper body. Emergency responders transported her to Wellstar MCG Health, where she was pronounced dead at 6:44 a.m., according to Richmond County Coroner Mark Bowen. An autopsy has been scheduled to determine the exact cause of death.
Sheriff’s investigators quickly identified McBride as a suspect in the shooting and took her into custody. McBride and Epps lived in separate buildings within the complex—McBride resided in the O-Building, while Epps lived in the M-Building. Following her arrest, McBride was booked into the Charles B. Webster Detention Center, though a mugshot was not immediately available.
At this time, investigators have not determined a motive for the shooting, and the case remains under active investigation. This incident marks the eighth homicide in Richmond County this year, matching the number of homicides recorded at the same point last year.
Authorities are urging anyone with additional information related to the case to contact the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office. The tragic loss of Yolanda Renee Epps has left the community in mourning, and her family is seeking answers and justice.
Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Yolanda Renee Epps during this difficult time. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses
