Arrest in Overnight Shooting

Richmond County investigators have made an arrest in last night’s shooting of Lester Hinson on Andorra Drive.

This afternoon, investigators arrested 21-year-old Cabastain Dion Jenkins at his residence, 3656 Woodlake Rd. in Hephzibah.

Mr. Jenkins will be charged with aggravated assault, possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime and entering an auto. He is being held at the Richmond County Detention Center.

The suspect also had an outstanding warrant for his arrest for violating probation. Investigators are in the process of executing a search warrant at Mr. Jenkins’ residence. Investigators also expect another arrest in the case.

Mr. Hinson was shot in the chest when confronting two men who were breaking into his car. He is listed in stable condition at a local hospital.