UPDATED, 4:50 P.M.
The Cobb Sheriff’s Office has just issued the following statement:
“Despite extensive efforts by deputies and assisting agencies, the suspect was not located during today’s search. Law enforcement personnel are now concluding the active search in the immediate area and will regroup to continue investigative efforts at a later time.
“While this search generated public attention due to its proximity to a college campus, situations like this occur more frequently than many realize and are typically resolved without the need for public notification. Out of an abundance of caution, information was shared earlier today to ensure the campus community and surrounding residents were aware of the law enforcement activity.
“At this time, there is no known danger to the public.”
ORIGINAL REPORT, 3:50 P.M.
The Cobb Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday it’s searching for a man wanted on a domestic violence warrant near the Kennesaw State University campus.
Public information officer Hassan Glenn said the suspect is Jessie Santiago, 26, and whose photo was distributed Tuesday afternoon as the manhunt continues.
Hassan said that deputies recognized the suspect from an active domestic violence warrant near KSU and although they weren’t serving a warrant at the time, they tried to take him into custody after identifying him.
Hassan said that when deputies approached the suspect, he fled on foot, and that the Sheriff’s Office is working with KSU police and Cobb Police to locate Santiago.
“Residents are urged to remain alert and use caution as law enforcement patrol the area,” Hassan said in a statement. “Please stay aware of your surroundings and avoid approaching the individual.”
Anyone with information about the suspect’s whereabouts is asked to call Cobb County Sheriff’s Office at (770) 499-4600 or submit a tip through the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office mobile app.
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