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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Police say a man is dead after confronting someone breaking into his vehicle overnight in northwest Atlanta.

It happened just after midnight at an apartment complex on the 1000 block of Huff Road - between Marietta Boulevard and Howell Mill Road.

Atlanta police say the man was shot and killed when he tried to confront someone breaking into his car.

Officers say the suspect is still on the run.

If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Atlanta Police Department at 404-658-6666. To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com. Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.