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Metro Atlanta police search for 17-year-old who ran from officers
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Sabrina Castro , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The incident occurred on July 24 near State Route 316.
Gwinnett County police are seeking the public's assistance in locating a 17-year-old girl who escaped from officers. The girl, described as a Black female, was last seen wearing a green romper and carrying a plushie. She is approximately 5 feet 2 inches tall and weighs 110 pounds.
The incident occurred on July 24 near State Route 316. During the search, the girl was spotted at a QuikTrip location, where she reportedly asked people for a ride. Further details about the incident and the search for the girl are available from Gwinnett County Police detectives, who can be contacted at 770-513.
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Category: safety Published: August 12, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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