Cobb County police said that a man fled after being caught shoplifting at an Atlanta mall and abandoned his 11-year-old boy in late December.

James Calvin Smith allegedly stole a bag and then stuffed it with $852 worth of clothing and perfume from a Macy’s at the Cumberland Mall before he was confronted by a loss prevention officer. Police say he pushed her out of his way and then assaulted a director of security.

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