Akron dollar general car theft suspect
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AKRON, Ohio (WJW) – The Akron Police Department is looking for a man accused of stealing a vehicle from an Ohio store parking lot with children inside.

Investigators said it happened outside the Dollar General in the 500 block of E. Exchange Street on Monday.

According to Akron police, the man allegedly stole the vehicle while two children were inside it sleeping.

Investigators said the vehicle and the children were recovered on Spicer Street, but the suspect reportedly got out and ran on foot.

The suspect, described to have a mohawk haircut and tattoos on his arms and legs, was spotted on multiple security cameras in the city, as seen in the photo below.

Akron dollar general car theft suspect
Courtesy of Akron police

Anyone with information on the crime or the suspect’s identity is asked to contact Akron Police Detective Marvin Murphy at 330-375-2530 or the Akron Police Department Tip Line at 330-375-2TIP.

Investigators said callers can remain anonymous.

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