Suspected prowler caught on doorbell camera in Atlanta

September 6, 2022
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ATLANTA -- Atlanta police are asking for your help identifying a suspected prowler who may have tried to force entry into a home.

ATLANTA — Atlanta police are asking for your help identifying a suspected prowler who may have tried to force entry into a home.

According to the Atlanta Police Department, preliminary Information indicates that on Aug. 8 officers responded to a prowler call at the location on Waysome Way NW. Upon arrival, officers spoke with a woman who said she observed a male on her ring camera prowling around her home.

The man fled the scene by the time officers arrived. Officers canvassed the area for the man but were unable to locate him.

The victim also noticed damage to the rear of her home which appeared to be an attempted forced entry. 

The video captured from the doorbell camera is below.

Investigators are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The investigation continues.

Please keep in mind the above information is preliminary in nature and can change as the investigation progresses and new information comes to light.

Anyone with information on the case can submit a tip anonymously to the Crime Stoppers Atlanta tip line at 404-577-TIPS (8477), onlinewww.crimestoppersatlanta.org or by texting CSA and the tip to CRIMES (274637). Persons do not have to give their name or any identifying information to be eligible for the reward of up to $5,000.

⚠️ Reminder: Crime articles contain only charges and information from police reports and law enforcement statements. Suspects and defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

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