Store Employee Shot in Augusta Robbery

In Arlington, Texas, police are searching for a second suspect involved in a robbery at a CashMax store that resulted in gunfire exchanged between a suspect and officers. One suspect, 37-year-old Kelvin Bivens, has been arrested on charges of aggravated assault and robbery, while several employees were bound but uninjured during the incident. In Augusta, Georgia, a separate armed robbery at a Smoke Shop led to the fatal shooting of 29-year-old Abdallah Rubeha, an employee, prompting the arrest of driver Terrance Walker following a vehicle and foot pursuit. Walker faces multiple felony charges, including armed robbery and possession of a firearm during a crime, with additional charges expected as investigations continue. The incidents highlight a troubling rise in violent crime, with Augusta experiencing its third homicide of the year amidst ongoing concerns about public safety.