DeKalb County police are trying to find a man thought to be a serial robber and his accomplice, saying they present more than just a threat to businesses.
Authorities say it’s a public safety issue, too.
“It's a safety issue when you're robbing businesses,” detective Chastity Cantrelo told Channel 2 Action News. “At any point, a customer could come in and startle the suspects, and he could make the mistake of shooting someone.”
The person has hit two Waffle Houses and a Walgreens in three weeks.
Police say he has never pulled a gun, just shown a handle.
In two surveillance videos, the robber is wearing the same outfit — a gray and black zip-up hoodie, black sweatpants and sneakers.
Also, he’s always wearing a white glove on one hand to keep from leaving fingerprints, police said.
The armed robberies have some people in the area concerned.
“I guess they feel really bold and brazen about what they're doing,” resident Ed Banks said. “It is pretty scary.”
Tipsters can remain anonymous, and be eligible for rewards of up to $2,000, by contacting Crime Stoppers Atlanta at 404-577-8477, texting information to 274637 or visiting crimestoppersatlanta.org.
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