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Uber driver arrested for allegedly raping, burglarizing Sandy Springs woman

Police said Le'Myrious Dawson faces charges of theft by taking, burglary, battery and rape.

SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — A man working as an Uber driver has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman and burglarizing her home, according to the Sandy Springs Police Department. 

Police said the crimes occurred in the early hours of Sunday, May 5, and they were notified hours later.

Officers were told that a ride-share driver had given the victim a ride to her residence and then stole items and sexually assaulted her. 

Shortly after, detectives obtained arrest warrants for Le'Myrious Monaye Dawson for theft by taking, burglary, battery and rape.

Credit: Sandy Springs Police Department

On May 6, detectives located Dawson at the West End MARTA Station on Lee Street SW in Atlanta. Police searched the suspect's vehicle and residence and found several items belonging to the victim. 

SSPD is continuing to investigate the incident. The department asks if any other agencies are working on similar cases or if anyone has any information to contact Detective J.T. Williams at 770-551-6937 or jtwilliams@sandyspringsga.gov.

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