Augusta Authorities Arrest Trio Linked to Car Break-Ins: Firearm and Tools Recovered

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AUGUSTA, Ga. – Late Friday night, around 11:00 p.m., officers from the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of multiple car break-ins on the 1600 block of Goshen Road.

Upon reviewing nearby surveillance footage, deputies observed several suspects attempting to gain entry into parked vehicles.

Acting swiftly, additional deputies canvassed the area and came across a gray Hyundai Elantra parked in a suspicious manner nearby.

During their investigation, they found three individuals—a man, a woman, and a juvenile—inside the car, feigning sleep. The officers detained the trio, later confirming they were the same suspects captured on the surveillance video.

A search of the vehicle uncovered a handgun and window punchers used to shatter car windows.

Two suspects were also connected to prior theft and burglary cases involving stolen electronics and clothing.

The suspects have been identified as:

• Jai’Quan Jenkins (17 years old) – Committed to CBWDC
• Kayla Miller (20 years old) – Committed to CBWDC
• A 15-year-old juvenile was committed to the RYDC

Friday was the second night in a row where multiple individuals have been arrested for breaking into vehicles, curfew violations, and other charges. As the holiday season approaches, past data shows a noticeable increase in entering auto incidents from late October through the beginning of the new year. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office urges all residents to take the following precautions.

Safety Reminder

• Remove all valuables from your vehicle or secure them in your trunk.
• Always lock your doors. Most vehicle broken into are unlocked.
• If you choose not to lock your vehicle, ensure all valuables are removed.
• Never leave a firearm in an unattended vehicle unless it is secured inside a locked garage.
• If you see anyone pulling on door handles, breaking into vehicles, or loitering suspiciously call 911 immediately and provide as much detail as possible to help deputies respond quickly.