Crime & Safety

Man Points Gun At Pizza Employee, Upset Over Order: WATCH

A man recently pointed a gun at a pizza employee because he was unhappy with his order and Gwinnett County Police are looking for him.

NORCROSS, GA – A man recently pointed a gun at a pizza employee because he was unhappy with his order and the Gwinnett County Police Department Criminal Investigations Section needs the public’s help in locating him. The incident occurred Feb. 11, at a pizza restaurant located at 6050 Singleton Road in unincorporated Norcross.

Shortly before 11:30 a.m. Trontavious D. Date, 19, of Stone Mountain, walked into the restaurant to complain about his order. The employee took his pizza and made a new one. After the employee fixed the order, he told the customer to have a great day. According to police, Tate turned around and said, “Do you think this is funny?” He then walked outside to his car and returned holding a gun. The customer shoved two computer monitors down and pointed the firearm at the employee. Tate was seen fleeing in a black four-door Honda.

A warrant has been issued for Tate, who will be charged with aggravated assault and financial transaction card theft, three counts. Tate’s whereabouts are unknown.

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If anyone knows where Tate can be found, contact GCPD detectives at 770-513-5300. To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or visit www.crimestoppersatlanta.org. Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive up to $2,000 for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case. Case Number: 18-013634

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