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Campaign sign theft caught on camera | FOX 5 News
SUMMARY: During the election season in East Point, candidate Sean Atkins reported that his campaign signs were stolen, with video evidence captured by a supporter’s ring camera. The footage shows a light gray SUV pulling up around 3:10 a.m., where a man exited and removed two signs from private property. Atkins filed a police report and hopes law enforcement will identify the thief, emphasizing the importance of integrity in political campaigns. Another candidate, Germaine Wri, mentioned he faced similar issues, losing many signs and spending significantly on replacements. Both candidates are advocating for accountability in the electoral process.
Every election season, it seems to never fail, someone calls the FOX 5 newsroom saying their candidates’ signs are being stolen. This time an East Point candidate has proof. The culprits were captured on videotape in the still of the night.
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More than 1 million people have already voted in Georgia for the November election so far
SUMMARY: As of Good Friday, over 1.1 million Georgians have voted early, with record turnout numbers exceeding 313,000 on the first day. Voter demographics show white voters leading, women at 55%, and the top age group being 65-69. Political analysts attribute high turnout to enthusiasm, especially among older voters, which may favor Republicans. Meanwhile, high engagement in urban areas could benefit Democrats. With significant campaigns in Georgia, Vice President Harris and former President Trump are expected to return soon. Voters will also decide on three statewide measures along with local races; resources for voting are available online.
The state is seeing strong voter turnout ahead of the election.
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Suspect burglar caught in the act | FOX 5 News
SUMMARY: A man named Anthony Scott McDill, 51, was arrested for repeatedly burglarizing a vacant house in Kawia County, belonging to an elderly relative of the caretakers. Sheriff’s deputies responding to a routine check heard glass breaking and witnessed McDill attempting to escape through a rear window. Upon confronting him, he broke multiple windows in a desperate attempt to evade capture. The deputies eventually apprehended him after surrounding the home. McDill faces charges of burglary and criminal damage as the inside showed signs of him trying to barricade himself. The Sheriff’s Office commended the deputies for their vigilance.
The Coweta County Sheriff’s Office released body cam video of the arrest of a suspect serial burglar they say was caught in the act …
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Parents accused of locking kids in bedrooms for days | FOX 5 News
SUMMARY: In Carroll County, deputies have charged parents James and Cindy Spooner with child cruelty and false imprisonment after allegedly locking their four teenage children in their rooms for extended periods as a form of discipline. Investigators found deadbolts on the outside of the children’s doors, and the exterior windows and doors were boarded to prevent escape. The teens were reportedly confined with only a bucket for sanitation and limited access to food. The children are now in the custody of child protective services. A parenting coach highlighted the need for active parenting, emphasizing that the situation indicates an overwhelmed family in need of help.
Deputies have accused a mother and father of crossing the line when it comes to discipline. Investigators allege the parents locked their children in their rooms sometimes for days.
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