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Police release new photos of man accused of raping woman in Midtown apartment

Police are looking for a man they say forced a woman into a vacant apartment and raped her.

Credit: Atlanta Police Department

Credit: Atlanta Police Department

Police are looking for a man they say forced a woman into a vacant apartment and raped her.
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Updated June 8, 2020

Police in Atlanta are looking for a man they say forced a woman into a vacant apartment in Midtown and raped her.

The alleged incident happened at a complex on Juniper Street about 7:30 a.m. Sunday, according to police spokesman Carlos Campos. Police released photos and video surveillance of the suspect.

“Investigators are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident,” Campos said. “The investigation remains ongoing.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Atlanta police. 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 the Crime Stoppers website.

About the Author

Asia Simone Burns is a watchdog reporter for the AJC. Burns was formerly an intern in AJC’s newsroom and now writes about crime. She is a graduate of Samford University and has previously reported for NPR and WABE, Atlanta’s NPR member station.

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