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2 men charged, 3rd on run after breaking into cars, starting 134 mph metro Atlanta police chase
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Bryan Mims , WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 22, 2026
· 2 min read
The Conyers Police Department has two suspects in custody related to a series of car break-ins at three hotels. Police said a high-speed chase started in the early morning hours on Tuesday, reaching over 100 mph before it ended. Channel 2’s Bryan Mims was at the scene of the crash that ultimately...
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Key takeaway [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] Police told Mims the suspects broke into nearly 30 cars at three hotels in Conyers before driving off, causing the 134 mph chase from Rockdale County into DeKalb County.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The high-speed chase that tore through metro Atlanta, reaching speeds of 134 mph, is a stark reminder of the brazen nature of car break-ins in the area. With nearly 30 cars targeted at three hotels in Conyers, it's clear that these crimes can happen in concentrated bursts, leaving multiple victims in their wake. The fact that five stolen guns were found in the suspects' car, four of which were taken from the broken-into vehicles, raises concerns about the potential for more serious crimes to be committed with these stolen firearms. As the search for the third suspect continues, residents in Rockdale and DeKalb counties should remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. The Conyers Police Department's determination to catch the suspects and their use of a PIT maneuver to end the chase demonstrate a commitment to keeping the community safe, but it's also a call to action for locals to take steps to protect themselves and their property from these types of crimes.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The Conyers Police Department has two suspects in custody related to a series of car break-ins at three hotels. Police said a high-speed chase started in the early morning hours on Tuesday, reaching over 100 mph before it ended. Channel 2’s Bryan Mims was at the scene of the crash that ultimately...
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