Crime & Safety

Armed Robbery at Austell AutoZone

The incident occurred Friday night on Veterans Memorial Highway, according to Cobb police.

The Cobb County Police Department is investigating an armed robbery, which occurred Friday night at the AutoZone store on Veterans Memorial Highway in Austell.

Investigators say a male armed with a shotgun approached the employees at the cash register, and demanded money. After receiving an undisclosed amount of cash, the offender fled from the area in what was described as a dark color, newer model, four-door sedan.

The suspect is described as a 6-feet-tall black male who weighs 180-210 pounds, has a light complexion, and was last seen wearing a black “hoodie” and sunglasses, according to Cobb police.

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