Two Fallen Heroes in Tragic Week | Augusta Georgia News

Two beloved public servants lost in heartbreaking tragedy: Deputy Phillip Wasson Jr., 49, and Heather Lanier, 57, died in a head-on crash on Washington Road. Wasson, a respected Richmond County Sheriff’s deputy known for his kindness and community spirit, is mourned by colleagues and family. Just hours before, the department also lost Deputy Jailer Michael Davis to a medical emergency. The back-to-back losses have shaken the sheriff’s office, which collectively honors over 40 years of service from these fallen heroes. Support is being offered to grieving families and coworkers navigating this profound pain. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d6b00c991587f967