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Cobb cops seek armed man who held up Waffle House over weekend

Cobb County cops need help finding the armed robber of a Waffle House in Austell.
Cobb County cops need help finding the armed robber of a Waffle House in Austell.
By Ben Brasch
July 12, 2017

Cobb County police confirmed Wednesday they are still looking for an armed robber who hit a Waffle House over the weekend.

The man walked into the eatery at 7350 Cityview Drive SW in Austell about 2:40 a.m. on Saturday, armed with a handgun, and started demanding money from the employees.

After receiving an undisclosed amount of cash, he walked off onto Six Flags Drive. No one was injured.

Police described him as standing 5 feet 9 inches tall with a thin build. He was wearing gray pants, a gray hoodie and black shoes.

Anyone with information can call police at 770-499-3945. To remain anonymous and be eligible for a $2,000 reward, contact Crime Stoppers Atlanta by calling 404-577-TIPS (8477) or texting “CSA +” your tip to CRIMES (274637).

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