Crime & Safety

Brookhaven Man Wanted For Identity Theft

Police said the man generated and cashed a fraudulent check for more than $27,000.

Police said the man cashed a fraudulent check for more than $27,000.
Police said the man cashed a fraudulent check for more than $27,000. (Brookhaven Police)

BROOKHAVEN, GA -- Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a man who cashed a fraudulent check. The suspect, who is believed to be a Brookhaven resident, used the victim’s personal and bank information to generate and cash a check for $27,600.

Anyone with information about the suspect is asked to contact Crime Stoppers. Information on this case or this suspect can be submitted anonymously to the Crime Stoppers Atlanta tip line at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or online at www.StopCrimeATL.com. Persons do not have to give their name or any identifying information to be eligible for a CASH reward for the arrest and indictment of the suspect.

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