St. Louis, MO, July 30, 2026 —

MARIETTA, GA – Authorities have arrested Jerahn Rashad Tucker in connection with an alleged attempted kidnapping of a child at a local gas station. The incident occurred recently in Marietta, Georgia.

According to reports, Tucker, who was described as being shirtless and barefoot, was seen near a mother’s vehicle. He was observed looking into the car before allegedly reaching into the backseat and grabbing a child.

During the incident, Tucker reportedly informed bystanders that he was in possession of a firearm. The specifics of the alleged threat and the presence of a weapon were not further detailed.

Following the alleged events, Tucker was apprehended by law enforcement. He faces multiple charges, including attempted kidnapping and assault. The exact timeline of his arrest and the details of the ongoing investigation were not immediately available.

The child’s mother was present during the incident, though the summary did not provide details on her direct interaction with Tucker or if she was able to prevent the alleged abduction.

Further details regarding the specific date of the incident, the name of the gas station, and the condition of the child were not provided in the summary.



Story summarized from the original created by Sydney Stallworth, Gray News staff, Amanda Alvarado on www.firstalert4.com, see more information here.

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