A fatal shooting outside a well-known Augusta convenience store has led to an urgent manhunt for Camron Jakai Brown, a 20-year-old Augusta man now wanted for murder in the broad daylight killing of Raekwon Brinson, 28. Authorities say the shooting unfolded on Thursday afternoon at the One Stop convenience store, located at 2382 Barton Chapel Road, leaving Brinson dead at the scene and the community reeling from yet another violent crime in a familiar neighborhood corridor.

Raekwon Brinson, a 28-year-old man whose image has since circulated on social media, was found shot and pronounced dead at 2:52 p.m. on the pavement just outside the convenience store, a local gathering point in the 2300 block of Barton Chapel Road. The abrupt and brutal nature of the shooting has left friends and bystanders shaken. Surveillance footage and witness testimony are now central to the investigation as Richmond County Sheriff’s Office detectives work to reconstruct the moments that led to Brinson’s final breaths.

Almost immediately after the homicide, investigators honed in on Camron Brown as the primary suspect. Brown, described as 5’7” tall and weighing approximately 122 pounds, is known to frequent the same Barton Chapel Road area where the shooting took place, further stoking fears that he remains close to the community in hiding. Officials stress that Brown is considered armed and dangerous, and they are urging anyone who may have seen him or who knows his current whereabouts to avoid direct contact and immediately reach out to law enforcement.

Investigators from the Violent Crimes Division of the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office are now fully engaged in an active manhunt, seeking public assistance in locating the fugitive. Investigator Tyler Steerman, one of the lead detectives on the case, is coordinating with local patrol units and forensic teams to track down Brown. The community has been urged to share any information—no matter how minor—that might assist in the apprehension of the suspect. Law enforcement has emphasized that tips can be given anonymously, and swift community action could be critical to preventing further violence.

Authorities have not publicly released a motive for the killing, and it remains unclear whether Brinson and Brown knew one another or had prior disputes. However, given the rapid identification of Brown as a suspect and the targeted nature of the shooting outside a public business in broad daylight, investigators suspect the attack was not random. Sources close to the case suggest that detectives are examining potential surveillance footage, call records, and social media activity tied to both individuals in an effort to understand the motive and sequence of events leading to the shooting.

This tragic incident has once again placed Barton Chapel Road in the spotlight. Known for its high-traffic intersections and residential density, the area has in recent years seen its share of violent encounters, especially around convenience stores, gas stations, and apartment complexes where tensions can flare quickly. While no further injuries were reported during Thursday’s incident, the shooting has escalated public concern over community safety in the corridor.

For the family and loved ones of Raekwon Brinson, the pain of loss is compounded by the knowledge that the suspected killer remains free. Brinson’s name, now circulating through Facebook memorials and community tributes, marks yet another young life cut short by gun violence. Photos of him released by friends show a man in his late twenties, seemingly well-known in his circles. Authorities have not released further information about Brinson’s background, but the public outpouring of shock suggests that his death has deeply affected those who knew him.

The case also underscores the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in tackling interpersonal violence in high-density urban settings. While the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office has ramped up its presence and outreach in crime hotspots, many argue that without increased community trust, economic investment, and youth engagement programs, the cycle of gun violence will persist. Officials are expected to provide further updates once Brown is taken into custody or as more facts are confirmed.

The public is strongly encouraged to contact authorities with any relevant information. Anyone who knows of Camron Brown’s whereabouts should reach out to Investigator Tyler Steerman or any member of the Violent Crimes Division at (706) 821-1427 or (706) 821-1020. All calls will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Until then, the One Stop store remains a grim landmark, the sidewalk still echoing the footsteps of law enforcement and loved ones who gathered at the scene hours after the shooting. As the community awaits justice for Raekwon Brinson, the search for Camron Jakai Brown continues with urgency—and rising tension.