An Athens teenager is arrested and charged with breaking into automobiles. Drake Grant is 17 years old, from Athens. Athens-Clarke County Police say Drake faces five counts stemming from a string of break-ins that happened on College Avenue. Car windows were broken and several items, including firearms, were stolen. Police say they are looking for at least one more suspect in the case.
From the ACCPD…
On August 6th, 2023, the Athens-Clarke County Police Department responded to reports of several broken car windows and vehicles being entered at 500 College Ave. Multiple vehicles had been damaged and various items, including firearms, were removed from the vehicles.
Officers reviewed the surveillance footage and located one of the suspects later in the day. Drake Grant, 17, Athens, Ga was charged with 5 counts of Entering Auto. A second suspect is currently being sought in connection with these crimes.
Citizens are reminded not to leave valuables unattended in vehicles. The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Franco at 762-400-7100 or Nathaniel.Franco@accgov.com