Crime & Safety
Police Seek East Atlanta Burglary Suspect: News Near Midtown
The suspect managed to escape before police arrived, but he was caught on camera.
Photo Credit: Atlanta Police Department
Atlanta police are hoping the public can help them identify a man they say robbed a home in East Atlanta last week.
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According to 11 Alive News, the burglary was reported in the 1700 block of Cecile Avenue SE on April 1. Police rushed to the scene, but the suspect was able to get away before officers arrived. However, a camera in the neighborhood caught a full glimpse of the suspect.
Police describe the suspect as a black male with tattoos and short hair who was wearing grey pants over red shorts.
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If you recognize the person in the above photograph, please contact Crime Stoppers Greater Atlanta by calling 404-577-TIPS (8477), texting “CSA Tip” to CRIMES (274637), or bysubmitting a tip online. All tips can be made anonymously.
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