Police: iPhone Snatching Led to Dangerous Car Chase

NORCROSS, GA — Gwinnett County Police has released an image of a woman wanted in a iPhone theft last month at a convenience store in Norcross.

Police also detailed a dangerous attempt by the victim to chase down the suspects.

The victim had posted an add to sell his iPhone 6 on Craigslist. He agreed to meet the unknown suspect at 2 p.m. Feb. 12 at the QuickTrip at 5095 Oakbrook Parkway.

A woman interested in the phone, whose image was released by police Monday, reportedly met the victim inside the store. When the two walked outside, the victim handed the woman the phone so she could inspect it. She then allegedly grabbed the phone and jumped into a waiting black Toyota Corolla.

There were reportedly three black men in the car. After they sped off, the victim chased the Corolla onto the interstate and then onto surface streets before ending the chase when the suspect's vehicle started driving into oncoming traffic.

"Gwinnett County Police are urging citizens not to chase suspects that they may encounter, especially in vehicles," according to a GSP statement. "These actions unnecessarily risk the lives of many people. Call 911 immediately if you are the victim of a crime."

Residents are welcome to use the Gwinnett Police parking lot or lobby to complete online transactions for extra protection.