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2 accused of using U-Haul truck for ATM smash and grab in metro Atlanta
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Michele Newell , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Some details, including the outcome of the attempted theft, have been reported by local news outlets.
Custody has been taken of two individuals in connection with a metro Atlanta crime. The suspects allegedly drove a stolen vehicle into local businesses. Further information about the incident is available from local news sources.
A news report is scheduled to air, providing video footage and details about the arrests. The incident involved damage to a store and an attempt to steal automated banking machines. Some details, including the outcome of the attempted theft, have been reported by local news outlets.
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Category: local Published: August 6, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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