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Top Stories of the Week: Lilburn Fires, Saving Lives and Arresting Suspects

Here's a look at the 10 most viewed stories on Lilburn Patch during the past week. Click on the links to see what your neighbors have been reading.

Here are the 10 most popular stories on Lilburn Patch for the week ending July 12:

1. Lightning Causing Fire at Lilburn Home

The family told authorities that they saw a bright flash and heard a loud popping sound during Wednesday's brief thunderstorm.

2. Police Nab Lilburn Bank Robbery Suspect

Jason Anthony Mitchell, of Lawrenceville, was arrested and charged with possession of firearm by a convicted felon, armed robbery, violation of probation, obstruction and criminal trespassing.

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4. Arrest Report: Abandonment of Dangerous Drugs, Possession of Tools While Committing a Crime and Underage Drinking

A list of recent arrests of Lilburn residents from June 28-July 5.

5. Cash, Cigarettes Taken in Walmart Gas Station Robbery

The incident occurred at the Murphy USA off Lawrenceville Highway last Saturday.

6. Lilburn Boy Recognized for Saving Mom's Life

Mayor Johnny Crist gave an honorary pin to Alexander Hendry Betts IV, 10, for calling 911 when his mother fell ill last week.

7. New Homes for Sale in Lilburn This Week

Here's a list of homes posted via Zillow.

8. Wallet Stolen During Lilburn Library Visit

A man allegedly took a woman's wallet right from her hands while she was picking out books with her 10-year-old daughter.

9. Help Georgia Cooperative Extension at Friday's Lilburn Farmers' Market

The organization was selling bottled water.

10. Acetylene Tank Causes Fire at Lilburn Business

The incident took place at Porter Steel off Arcado Road on Friday, July 12.

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