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Quick-Thinking Bystander Stops 2 Attempted Carjackings in Marietta
- On June 2, 66-year-old Gary Edwards prevented two attempted carjackings near Delk Road and Franklin Gateway in Marietta by intervening directly.
- The incidents began when 32-year-old Rico Riley allegedly attacked a woman at a gas station, struggling with her for her Chevrolet Aveo’s keys before fleeing.
- Riley then attempted to forcibly take over a Toyota RAV4 stopped at a red light, which was carrying two grown passengers along with a toddler, leading Edwards to intervene once more.
- Edwards held Riley at gunpoint until police arrived, leading to Riley’s arrest and booking on charges including attempted armed robbery, child cruelty, and cocaine possession.
- Marietta police praised Edwards for his prompt response that helped safeguard several community members, while advising witnesses to prioritize their safety and contact 911 when encountering similar situations.
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American Military NewsGood Samaritan holds suspect at gunpoint, stops Georgia carjackings, police say
In the span of just minutes, a good Samaritan was able to stop two carjackings in Cobb County, Georgia, and prevent the suspect from running away. The carjackings happened Monday evening near the intersection of Delk Road and Franklin Gateway…
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