‘Smart choice:’ Bodycam video captures Brookhaven police taking down theft suspect

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BROOKHAVEN, Ga. — The Brookhaven Police Department released bodycam video of a theft arrest that happened earlier this month.

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On Nov. 5. Brookhaven officers were called to a reported theft at a local business.

With the help of their police drone, they were able to track down the suspect.

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By the time officers caught up with him, the suspect was already face-down on the ground, waiting to be handcuffed and arrested.

“Smart choice, smart choice. Put your hands behind your back for me,” the officer can be heard saying on the bodycam video.

The suspect’s age and identity were not released.

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