The hunt is on in Floyd County, where deputies and Rome police have cranked up a manhunt and put a $5,000 reward on the table for information leading to 23-year-old Treveonsay Tre’jion Burge. He is accused in the October killing of 18-year-old Adam Hernandez. Investigators say Burge is about 5-foot-4 and 120 pounds and is wanted on murder, aggravated assault and aggravated battery charges. Authorities believe he may be hiding in the Atlanta area and warn he should be considered armed and dangerous. Rome police, Floyd County deputies and the U.S. Marshals Service are all in on the search.
What authorities say
Investigators have announced a $5,000 reward for information that leads to Burge’s arrest and conviction, according to Atlanta News First. The outlet reports Burge is accused of shooting and killing Hernandez on Woodcreek Way in Rome on Oct. 21, 2025, and that he faces murder, aggravated assault and aggravated battery counts. Floyd County officials have circulated a photo and detailed physical description to the media as they push for fresh leads.
Background on the victim
Hernandez, 18, was found lying in the roadway on Woodcreek Way with a gunshot wound and was later pronounced dead, WSB-TV reported when the case first emerged. In a follow-up, local station WRGA noted Burge was later added to the Floyd County Sheriff’s “Top 10 Most Wanted” list as investigators chased down leads. Authorities say at least one other person connected to the incident has been arrested in the months since.
Other suspect and possible location
Floyd County deputies say Burge may be hiding in the Atlanta area and could be with Chancelor Crawford, another suspect wanted in a separate April killing in Rome, FOX 5 Atlanta reported. Crawford faces multiple charges tied to an April 19 slaying at a Family Dollar and is also considered armed and dangerous. Law enforcement officials stress that both investigations remain active and that the public should not attempt to detain either man.
How to report tips
Authorities say if you spot Burge, do not approach him. Instead, call investigators. Atlanta News First lists a tip line at (706) 853-1628 for information. WRGA notes the sheriff’s office also operates an anonymous tip line, along with a warrants-clerk number during business hours, for anyone who might have details that could help. Federal marshals are working with local deputies as they track down leads across metro Atlanta.
What investigators say next
Officials say the reward and renewed public outreach signal an ongoing push to generate new leads months after Hernandez’s killing and to move the case toward arrest and prosecution. Reporters have noted that Burge was placed on the county’s wanted lists earlier this year as detectives continued to work the file, WRGA reported. For those who prefer to speak directly with a deputy, FOX 5 Atlanta advised contacting Deputy Chris Bowerman at 706-252-0876.
