Atlanta Police Seek Benihana Attempted Armed Robbery Suspect: News Near Midtown

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Atlanta police are asking for the public’s help to locate a person who allegedly tried to rob a restaurant in downtown Atlanta last month.

According to polie spokesman Gregory Lyon, the person walked into the Benihana at 229 Peachtree Center Ave. at approximately 11:50 p.m. on March 14, pointed a gun at a staff member, and demanded money. The person fled the scene without any money or belongings, Lyon said.

If you recognize the person in the video below, please contact Crime Stoppers Greater Atlanta by calling 404-577-TIPS (8477), texting “CSA Tip” to CRIMES (274637), or by submitting a tip online. All tips can be made anonymously.

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