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Two men have been charged with the murder of Brianna Long, more than a year after the 21-year-old Georgia college student was killed while at work.
She was hit by a stray bullet as she worked as a bartender at The Pier Bar near Valdosta State University (VSU), where she was a student, on October 29, 2023. A co-worker at the bar was also hit by a bullet and later recovered from his injuries.
On Tuesday, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) charged Tsion Clayton, 23, and Kimone Green, 21, with one count of malice murder in connection to Long’s death.
Both men are currently in custody on separate, unrelated cases, the GBI said in a release. One is currently in custody in Georgia, and the other is in custody in Florida. Additional details were not immediately available.
She was remembered as a talented cheerleader and soccer player with a bright future ahead of her.
“Brianna had an unparalleled ability to light up a room and make everyone around her feel loved,” her obituary said. “With her infectious laughter and genuine personality, she never met a stranger. Her genuine compassion and empathy endeared her to countless individuals, leaving an indelible mark on their lives.”

Brianna Long was hit by a stray bullet as she worked as a bartender at The Pier Bar near Valdosta State University, where she was a student. (Brianna Long/Instagram)
The GBI noted that additional charges are expected. The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to call the GBI Thomasville Office at 229-225-4090. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by calling 800-597-TIPS (8477) or online.
Fox News Digital has reached out to the GBI for comment.