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Molotov Cocktails Caused Smoke in Robbery; Suspected Arsonist Arrested
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Driver Killed in Motorcycle Accident - Holly Springs-Hickory Flat Patch
A driver died late Wednesday morning in a motorcycle accident in Hickory Flat. Holly Springs-Hickory Flat Patch has more information on the fatal accident.
Second Girl Accuses Marietta Man of Molestation - Marietta Patch
A Marietta man who allegedly molested a 6-year-old girl is now accused of making plans to run away to Mexico with a 13-year-old Marietta Middle School student. Marietta Patch has additional details.
Suspected Buckhead Arsonist Arrested - Buckhead Patch
Brendan Middleton has been arrested and charged with starting a fire at his parent's home off Northside Drive last week. Learn more about the fire at Buckhead Patch.
Police: Molotov Cocktails Caused Smoke in Bank Robbery, Search on for Suspect - Snellville Patch
Gwinnett County police still are searching for a man suspected in a Tuesday morning bank robbery in the Snellville area, and they are asking for the public's help. Snellville Patch has more information on the robbery, including security camera footage of the suspect.
Jeep Linked to Burglary Attempts in Southeast Atlanta was Stolen - East Atlanta Patch
The dark blue Jeep Cherokee spotted in Boulevard Heights on Tuesday and connected to several attempted break-ins stretching from that neighborhood to Virginia-Highland was found near the federal penitentiary in Chosewood Park later that evening. Learn more about the burglary suspects on East Atlanta Patch.
Three Vehicle Thefts Under Investigation in Oconee County- Oconee Patch
Oconee County Sheriff's investigators are working on three recent cases of motor vehicle theft. Oconee Patch has specifics on the vehicles reported stolen.
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