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Albany Police Department looking for Reckless Driver
Posted: 06.14.2011 at 12:01 PM
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Suspect wanted for flreeing or attempt to elude and reckless driving

Samantha Powell, age 33, wanted by Albany Police Department
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ALBANY, GA -- Samantha Powell, age 33 years old, is wanted for Fleeing or attempt to elude and Reckless Driving. She is approximately 5'09' and weighs about 190 pounds. Her last known address is 1416 Newton Road Albany, Georgia 31701. She also goes by the nickname: “Mamp”.

After responding to an activated alarm at 1012 Holloway Avenue (Boys and Girls Club), Officers observed a small vehicle leaving the area. Officers initiated a traffic stop at McKinley and Corn Avenue. But as they approached the car, the driver drove off. The vehicle, a yellow 2011 Chevrolet Aveo with Florida tags, was then spotted on Cedar Avenue.  When Officers arrived to the location, they saw an unknown female exit the car. She abandoned the vehicle and took off running. 

Anyone who has information regarding this incident should call Crime Stoppers at (229) 436-TIPS or they can contact Detectives Nicovian Price at (229) 431-3288.

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