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Walmart, Target stolen credit card scheme in Fulton has cops seeking 3

Crime Stoppers Greater Atlanta said these three men used stolen credit cards in a theft scheme on Aug. 30, 2019.

Credit: Crime Stoppers Greater Atlanta's Facebook

Credit: Crime Stoppers Greater Atlanta's Facebook

Crime Stoppers Greater Atlanta said these three men used stolen credit cards in a theft scheme on Aug. 30, 2019.
By Ben Brasch
Sept 20, 2019

Police are looking for a trio they say used stolen credit cards in Johns Creek.

Crime Stoppers Greater Atlanta posted a picture of the men to Facebook on Thursday and explained the alleged crime.

The men went into a Target at 5950 State Bridge Road in Johns Creek about 3 p.m. Aug. 30, according to Crime Stoppers. The men used the stolen cards to transfer $750 to Walmart gift cards.

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The post said police believe the men are in their 20s.

Anyone with information can submit a tip anonymously to the Crime Stoppers Atlanta tip line at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or online at www.StopCrimeATL.com. You don’t have to give your name or any identifying information to be eligible for a cash reward for the arrest and indictment of a suspect.

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