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Man assaults Boost Mobile clerk, steals cash and $6,200 worth of devices, Atlanta police say
By Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Police are searching for a man accused of assaulting a clerk at a southwest Atlanta Boost Mobile store and robbing cash and $6,200 in devices from the business.Shortly after 11 a.m. on June 17, officers responded to a robbery at the store located at 1825 Delowe...
Key takeaway (Atlanta News First) — Police are searching for a man accused of assaulting a clerk at a southwest Atlanta Boost Mobile store and robbing cash and $6,200 in devices from the business.
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The violent robbery at the Boost Mobile store on Delowe Drive SW raises concerns about public safety in southwest Atlanta. This incident is a stark reminder of the risks faced by retail workers in the city, particularly in areas with high crime rates. The fact that the suspect was able to assault the clerk, bind her hands and feet, and steal a significant amount of merchandise before fleeing the scene suggests a level of brazenness that is troubling. The release of surveillance footage and images of the suspect is a crucial step in the investigation, and residents are urged to come forward with any information that may lead to the suspect's capture. As the police continue to investigate this case, it will be important to monitor whether there are any similar incidents in the area, and what measures are being taken to prevent such crimes from occurring in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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