DA requests more time to investigate mall shooting
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SAVANNAH, Ga. () – Suspects arrested in connection to the deadly Oglethorpe Mall shooting were due in court for the first time Wednesday.

Chatham County District Attorney, Shalena Cook-Jones, has asked for a delay, stating that the investigation is still ongoing. She mentioned seeking help from the attorney general because of potential connections to gang activity.

“I’m trying to prosecute a gang case in Chatham County,” Cook-Jones said.

The continuance was granted by Judge Harmon, and a new court date was set for Aug. 27.

From left: Theron Robbins, Johnathan Jones, Aujawan Hymon, Royce Haynes

Aujawan Hymon, aged 20, was the initial person apprehended following the shooting and will not be granted bond, as extra warrants were issued on Wednesday morning.

Royce Haynes and Dahmil Johnson were charged shortly after and are both under the age of 18.

Johnson, whose image is not available due to his young age, was refused bond on Thursday. The judge noted that the “defendant is seen on video holding a firearm.”

Theron Robbins was arrested and charged after being found hiding in a closet Screven County.

The fourth suspect arrested in connection to the Oglethorpe Mall shooting, 20-year-old Johnathan Jones was denied bond July 22.

All five suspects face serious charges, including felony murder, aggravated assault and gun possession.

Police are still looking for a sixth person, 16-year-old Franklin James.

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