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Teen arrested in Marietta robbery

By Andria Simmons
Dec 8, 2009

The Marietta Police Department on Tuesday announced the arrest of a teenager in connection with the beating and robbery of a 60-year-old man.

Re'Dareio Jordan, 19, is charged with aggravated battery and armed robbery. Police said Jordan beat the victim in the head at 8:34 p.m. Thursday at 447 North Marietta Parkway and stole his wallet.

Anyone with more information on this case is asked to contact the Marietta Police Department at 770-794-5300.

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