Mall of Georgia Threats; Woman Kidnapped, Suspect Shot; Massive IKEA Recall: News Nearby

Patch has community sites across Georgia. Here are some of our top posts from the past 24 hours.

• Police Investigating Threats Made on Mall of Georgia
• East Point Woman Kidnapped Tuesday; Suspect Shot by Police
• Marriott Marquis Unveils Latest, $78 Million Renovation

IKEA Recalls 29 Million Dressers After Child Deaths

Following the deaths of several children from chests and dressers that have tipped over, IKEA is voluntarily recalling multiple versions of the furniture, the company says.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission says the recalled chests and dressers are unstable if they are not properly anchored to the wall, posing a tip-over and entrapment hazard that can result in death or injuries to children. >>> Read more.

'Great Wall of Roswell' Draws Ire of Residents

The frustration in Lance Polikov's voice when he discusses the unusual structure that's become the elephant in his neighborhood is apparent.
What's been dubbed The Great Wall of Roswell, situated along Coleman Road in the western portion of city, has sparked outrage from Polikov as well as his neighbors and fellow constituents.
"It looks horrible, and the people are upset about it," he added. "People are upset that city staff approved something that needed to be looked at.” >>> Read more.

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