ATLANTA — The Atlanta Police Department is asking for help identifying suspects who stole more than $25,000 worth of merchandise from an Atlanta clothing store.
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Police said that before 7:45 p.m. Feb. 15 six men entered Toussaint Namdi on Piedmont Avenue and began snatching clothing off racks and mannequins before running away.
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So-called “flash mob” thefts have been increasing across the county. Businesses like Home Depot have been fighting organized retail thefts.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Atlanta Police Department’s Larceny Unit at 404-546-5968 or submit a tip anonymously to the Crime Stoppers Atlanta tip line at 404-577-8477. A reward of up to $2,000 is being offered.
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