WJBF · Jul 18, 2026

Fugitive arrested after shooting at deputies in Burke County

A wanted fugitive was arrested in Burke County after shooting at deputies.

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Burke County fugitive is booked after chase and gunfire, deputies say

Deputies said investigators found a Taurus G2s 9mm handgun discarded during the pursuit and documented two apparent bullet strikes in the SUV.

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Patrick Benjamin Buxton

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Burke County, GA· Jul 18, 2026

Aggravated Assault Against A Peace Officer (Superior Court)

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