Gunman Robs Title Loans Business In Marietta: Police

MARIETTA, GA -- Police in Cobb County are searching for a man who walked into a title loans business, inquired about a payment plan, then robbed the place. The incident happened about 6 p.m. Tuesday at Atlanta Title Loans on Austell Road in Marietta.

Officers who responded to the call were told by employees that the man entered the business and asked about getting a title loan for a vehicle, according to Cobb police spokesman Sgt. Dana Pierce. (SIGN UP: For more information on this and other neighborhood stories, subscribe to Patch to receive daily newsletters and breaking news alerts. Or if you have an iPhone, download the free Patch app.)

Within moments, the man pulled out a gun, Pierce said. After getting an undisclosed amount of cash, the perpetrator fled in a newer model dark-colored Chevrolet Camaro, either blue or black. The employee was not hurt during the robbery, Pierce said.

Security cameras captured the offender, who is described as clean-shaven with a slim build and being in his 20’s. He was last seen wearing a baseball hat, dark shirt and denim.

If anyone has information about this armed robbery, they can also remain anonymous and possibly receive a reward of up to $2,000 by contacting greater Atlanta Crime Stoppers at 404-577- TIPS (8477). Or…text CSA + your tip to CRIMES (274637).

Image via Cobb County PD