Incident Overview
Elias Delk was beaten to death just over a month ago at the Dollar General on Martin Luther King Boulevard in Augusta. The incident involved multiple blunt force traumas, which led to his death.
Victim’s Background
Delk had been working at Finch and Fifth for the last two years and was known for his work ethic and positive attitude. He had come to Augusta to turn his life around after a troubled past.
Details of the Assault
Investigators revealed that Tamiko Bolton, along with several other individuals, beat Delk using a stick, resulting in broken ribs and a punctured lung, which led to his death.
Investigation Status
The Sheriff’s Office has not identified any other suspects yet, but more arrests are expected as the investigation continues.
Community Support
Information on how to support the Delk family has been made available by local authorities.
Related Incident
In a separate event, the Richmond County Coroner is investigating a death after a fisherman’s body was found in the Savannah River near Riverfront Drive.
