Vandalism Incident at Fellini’s Pizza Being Investigated

On June 8th, 2024, Atlanta Police Department officers responded to a vandalism call at 909 Ponce De Leon (Fellini’s Pizza). Upon arrival, they spoke with the business manager, who reported a male suspect causing disturbance on the premises.

According to the manager, the suspect, later identified as 52-year-old Willie J. Grace, entered the property and refused to leave despite repeated requests from staff. Witnesses observed him making threatening gestures towards a pregnant woman in the parking lot before re-entering the business.

Inside, the suspect became agitated and damaged the glass door of the establishment before fleeing the scene. APD has obtained warrants for Grace’s arrest, noting his prior history of arrests in the city.

An investigation is ongoing, and APD is seeking assistance in identifying the female victim seen in surveillance footage. Anyone with information is urged to contact APD or Crimestoppers anonymously.

Information on the case can be submitted to Crime Stoppers Atlanta via phone, online, or text, with a reward of up to $2,000 available for eligible tips.

UPDATE: On June 10, 2024, Atlanta Police Zone 6 Officers apprehended 52-year-old Willie Grace.  Mr. Grace was placed in custody and transported to the Fulton County Jail on the charge of Vandalism to Property.