Two people were shot late Saturday night during a fight at a popular Augusta restaurant.

What’s Happening: Deputies rushed to The Finish Line Café on Wrightsboro Road around 11 p.m. after getting reports of gunfire and two people down.

What’s Important: Both shooting victims survived and are now in the hospital under guard by deputies. One person left the scene before police arrived and was taken to the hospital by a friend. The other stayed at the cafe until help came.

Between the Lines: A deputy put a tourniquet on one victim and gave lifesaving care before paramedics arrived. The cafe was open and serving customers when the shooting happened.

What Happens Next: Detectives and crime scene investigators are working to figure out what led to the fight and shooting. Both victims are being held by deputies as the investigation continues.

The Sources: Richmond County Sheriff’s Office.

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