🌱 Police Search For Suspected Rapist + I-75 Shutdown

Hello all. I'm back with your new copy of the Atlanta Daily. Follow along to find out the most important things happening in town, including updates on...

• Body found in Indiana suitcase identified as 5-year-old boy from Atlanta
• Three-lane shutdown on Interstate 75 caused traffic delays
• Atlanta Hawks and JPMorgan expand ongoing partnership

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Here are the top five stories in Atlanta today:

1. A man accused of raping a young girl may be hiding out in metro Atlanta. 31-year-old Jesus Torres of New York is wanted by both New York State Police and an FBI New York task force. Torres has been charged with rape, sexual abuse, and endangering the welfare of a child earlier in October. If you see him or have any information as to his whereabouts, please contact the authorities. (WSB Atlanta)
2. On Wednesday, the Atlanta Hawks and JPMorgan Chase announced a new plan that will expand their ongoing partnership. The agreement involves a multi-year extension of their current partnership, during which JPMorgan Chase will be the official bank, credit card, investment banking, and wealth management partner of the Atlanta Hawks and the State Farm Arena. Chase will also be the presenting sponsor at major experiences, including the arena's ultra-premium space, The Chase Concert Club. (News-Daily.com)
3. The body of a young boy who was found in a suitcase in Indiana earlier this year has been identified as a child from Atlanta. At a news conference on Wednesday, Indiana State Police confirmed that the child was five-year-old Cairo Jordan. Arrest warrants have been issued for two adults, including Jordan's mother Dejeun Anderson, who has been charged with murder. Cairo Jordan would have turned six earlier this week. (11Alive.com WXIA)
4. Three right lanes on Interstate 75 were reopened this Wednesday after an accident shut them down. The lanes near Howell Mill Road were closed around 11:15 a.m. due to a traffic accident. Drivers were advised to use alternate routes. Despite the warning, the lane shutdown resulted in heavy traffic and delays. (Patch)
5. An Atlanta man with a long rap list has once again been arrested, this time for a large number of drugs and stolen guns. Police searched the home of Dwayne Hanks on Oct. 20. There they found methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, cocaine, and the tools to produce even more drugs. Additionally, police found 11 guns in the residence, several of which were stolen. Hanks has been arrested over 2o times on assorted drug-related charges. (WSB Atlanta)

Today in Atlanta:

• String Theory at DeKalb County Public Library (1:00 PM)
• 2022 International Youth Film Festival: Films For Social Justice at National Center for Civil and Human Rights (3:00 PM)
• Emory Community Health Night at Little Five Points Center for Arts and Community (4:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Garden Lights of Atlanta Botanical Garden will open on Nov. 12, and it's going to be a stunning experience. Get your tickets here. (Atlanta Botanical Garden via Facebook)
• Children's Healthcare of Atlanta has announced a new initiative to help address the childhood mental health crisis. The comprehensive program will balance prevention, early intervention, and outpatient care. (Business Wire)
• The City of Atlanta Police Department is hosting a Trunk or Treat event alongside Atlanta Fire Rescue, E-911 Communications, and the City of Atlanta Parks & Recreation Department! Click the link for details on how to join in on the fun. (City of Atlanta Police Department via Facebook)
• Today is Mayor Andre Dickens' next Community Town Hall! It will take place at Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School, but you can watch it live. (City of Atlanta Government via Facebook)
• Heads up, Atlanta Beltline travelers: Irwin Street will be closed to vehicular traffic for utility work from Nov. 7 through Nov. 13. The trail will remain open to pedestrians and cyclists. (Atlanta BeltLine via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday! I'll see you around.

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.