Cobb Parkway Target the scene of robbery, attempted carjacking

The ’s Investigative Services Division is currently investigating a robbery and attempted carjacking that occurred at about 9:25 a.m. today at the Target at 2201 Cobb Parkway South. 

According to investigators, an unknown light-skinned black male, who appeared to be in his early 20s, forced a female victim into her vehicle as she was attempting to get her small child from the back seat. The victim was able to exit the vehicle with her child as the suspect was getting into the driver seat. The suspect left the scene with the victim’s dark blue 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe bearing GA tag AEV4635.

The suspect was also described wearing a white T-shirt, red shorts, red ball cap, and black socks and shoes. 

The Marietta Police Department is asking anyone with any information about the suspect or the incident to call 770-794-5300 or contact Detective Freer at 770-794-5477.