First Look: Selena Johnson Identified as Victim in Augusta Hospital Death Investigation

 AUGUSTA, GA — Authorities have identified Selena Johnson, a 41‑year‑old mother from Hephzibah, as the woman whose body was dropped off at Doctor’s Hospital on Monday night.

Selena Johnson Identified in Augusta Hospital Death

Investigators say Johnson was already deceased when a man, later identified as Michael Lee Harrison, 47, brought her to the hospital and then fled the scene. Harrison is now wanted for questioning in connection with the ongoing death investigation.

📍 Incident Details

  • Victim: Selena Johnson, 41, Hephzibah mother

  • Suspect: Michael Lee Harrison, 47, wanted for questioning

  • Location: Doctor’s Hospital, Augusta

  • Date: Monday, January 19, 2026

  • Status: Autopsy planned to determine cause of death

Authorities have not yet released the official cause of death, but an autopsy is scheduled to provide clarity. Detectives are piecing together Johnson’s final hours and Harrison’s role in the incident.

💔 Community Mourning

Johnson’s death has sparked grief across social media, where friends and family are sharing tributes. Alexis Yates posted prayers for Johnson’s children, writing:

“I pray the man that dropped you off at the hospital lets someone know what led to you being taken.”

The emotional outpouring highlights the impact Johnson had on her community and the heartbreak surrounding her sudden loss.

📞 Law Enforcement Appeal

The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office urges anyone with information about Harrison’s whereabouts or the circumstances of Johnson’s death to contact investigators immediately.

  • Investigator Tanner Baughman: 706‑821‑1453

  • On‑duty investigators: 706‑821‑1020 or 706‑821‑1080

Officials stress that Harrison is wanted for questioning only at this stage, but his flight from the hospital has raised serious concerns.

🔎 Ongoing Investigation

Detectives continue to review surveillance footage, witness statements, and medical evidence. The case remains active, and updates are expected following the autopsy results.

This alert is shared for public awareness, based on verified law enforcement information.

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