Johnny Willingham, 33, was found dead inside a residence near Telfair Street and Battle Row in Augusta after gunshots were reported shortly before 12:35 a.m. on Tuesday, July 20, 2021. Deputies discovered Willingham unresponsive with at least one gunshot wound; the Richmond County Coroner pronounced him dead at 1:20 a.m. and ruled the death a homicide, the county’s 17th that year.

The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office opened an investigation but was unable to immediately identify suspects or a motive. No arrests have been announced and investigators continue to seek tips from the public.

If anyone has information about Johnny Willingham’s movements that night or witnessed activity near Telfair Street and Battle Row, please contact the sheriff’s office.