Dunwoody Diamond Thief On The Loose: Police

DUNWOODY, GA — The Dunwoody police are asking the public for tips to locate the man who stole a pair of diamonds last week from a local jewelry store worth about $21,000. The theft took place at around 11 a.m. on Nov. 22, the police said on their Facebook page. They did not give the location of the store.

The man entered the store asking to see a 1.5-carat diamond, the police said, and then asked to see a 2 carat diamond. When presented with the second diamond, he fled the store with both pieces.

The thief is described by police as a black man, about 6 feet tall, with black hair and brown eyes. In surveillance photos, he was wearing a white dress shirt and dark pants.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Greater Atlanta Crime Stoppers at 404-577-8477, text information to 274637 or visit crimestoppersatlanta.org. Tipsters can remain anonymous and be eligible for rewards of up to $2,000.

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