Shoplifting Suspect Maurice Sealy Caught After Hospital Escape
A 25-year old shoplifting suspect is back in police custody after escaping from a Marietta hospital.
Around 3 a.m. Saturday, police re-captured Maurice Sealy. Officers arrested Sealy Friday after they say workers caught him shoplifting at a Walmart on Cobb Parkway.
Police tell us Sealy complained about being hurt when he was caught and they took him to Kennestone Hospital for treatment. Officers tell us Sealy escaped when they tued their back.
A few hours later, FOX5 news photographer, Grenard Smith, spotted Sealy and called police. Marietta police caught up with Sealy a short time later.
Sealy now faces escape charges in addition to shoplifting.
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Mike Gallagher is a Georgia-based freelance journalist covering local news, community developments, and regional issues that matter most to residents across the state. Writing for Georgianewsday.com since 2016, Mike has built a reputation for clear, balanced reporting and a strong connection to the communities he serves. His work spans city council decisions, school board updates, small business features, public safety reports, and statewide policy changes. In addition to local coverage, Mike occasionally reports on state politics and national headlines, offering readers context on how broader decisions impact Georgia communities. Known for his steady, fact-driven approach, Mike prioritizes accuracy, fairness, and accessibility in every story. Whether covering a town hall meeting or breaking political developments, he aims to inform readers with clarity and integrity. Outside the newsroom, Mike remains actively engaged in Georgia’s civic landscape, always seeking the next story that shapes the state’s future.
