AUGUSTA, Ga. () – Big news and big money came out of that conference today after new developments in the death of 23-year-old Xavion Wimberly. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and Burke County Sheriff’s Office held a joint news conference today.

Xavion Wimberly was killed while crossing at 3253 Deans Bridge Road around 3:16 am. Richmond County Sheriff Eugene Brantley says they arrested Daveyon TyShawn Williams, who they say hit Wimberly and drove away. 

“Anyone could get on social media and see what type of person my son was,” said Xavier Wimberly, Xavion’s Father. “He was joyous. He was, I don’t want to say ‘happy’ because happiness comes and goes. My son was full of joy. He had a bright future.”  
  
The sheriff’s offices are now looking for the person or people who stole items from Wimberly while he lay on the road.   
 
“We cannot, and should not allow this kind of behavior to go unanswered,” said Sheriff Eugene Brantley, Richmond County Sheriff’s Office. “The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and the Burke County Sheriff’s Office are working closely together to identify and bring to justice the person or persons responsible for this despicable act.”  
  
Burke and Richmond County investigators are working together to offer a $7,500 reward for information or videos of the person or persons responsible for this incident.  
  
“They are good people; they’re Burke County people. We stand with y’all. We love you; we know your hearts are hurting. Our hearts are hurting,” said Sheriff Alfonzo Williams, Burke County Sheriff’s Office. 
  
Members of the Wimberly family were also in attendance, stating that they are aware of the information available and are seeking help from the community and peace.  
  
“It was on Facebook, but then it was taken off Facebook. So, we know it’s out there. It just will someone have the courage to step up and do the right thing,” said Wimberly.  
  
If you have information on this case, you don’t have to give your name.  Just call the tip line at 706-828-3784.