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Video: Student Says He Was Slammed By SRO For Taking A Snickers

A metro Atlanta student says he was choked and slammed to the ground by an officer for taking a Snicker's bar; 3 students face charges.

Atlanta Minister Convicted Of Rape Captured In The Bahamas

Don Martin fled an Atlanta courtroom during his own trial for rape and child molestation. Now, he's been apprehended after weeks on the run.

Corvette Driver Fleeing Repossessor Hits Woman, Pins Her To Truck

Police say the man removed the Corvette from the tow truck and struck a woman before fleeing the area.

Five Sentenced In $3.5M Sweepstakes Scam

The sweepstakes scam targeted the elderly.

Christion Abercrombie's School Supporting Injured Football Star

Abercrombie was seriously injured in a game against Vanderbilt University earlier this year.

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