AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Three people have been arrested after they were accused of attempting to smuggle contraband into the Washington State Prison, according to authorities.

On Saturday morning, a Washington County deputy noticed a drone flying near the prison around 2:45 a.m.

The drone landed near the prison, carrying contraband, according to deputies.

1 killed in shooting on Deen Avenue; suspect still at large

One person was killed in a shooting on Deen Avenue on Tuesday morning, and deputies are still searching for a suspect.

While patrolling the area, deputies noticed a vehicle speeding, which lead to a police chase after deputies attempted a traffic stop.

During the chase, the occupants of the vehicle threw bags out of the windows, according to deputies.

Deputies say they

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