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Former Cobb County firefighter arrested for theft and burglary

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Published  March 21, 2025 10:04pm EDT
Cobb County
FOX 5 Atlanta

Daniel Trapp (Cobb County Sheriff's Office)

The Brief

    • Daniel Trapp, a former Cobb County firefighter, was arrested and charged with theft, burglary, and making false statements.
    • Trapp resigned in lieu of termination after an internal investigation into multiple policy violations.
    • He allegedly entered Fire Station 4 unlawfully and took items valued at $3,500, including turnout gear and a lieutenant’s badge.

COBB COUNTY, Ga. - A former Cobb County firefighter has been arrested.

Daniel Trapp, 35, was charged with theft, burglary, and making false statements, authorities confirmed.

What we know:

Trapp, who previously held the rank of lieutenant, recently resigned in lieu of termination following an internal investigation into multiple policy violations, according to Cobb County Fire officials.

A warrant states that Trapp entered Cobb County Fire Station 4 despite being instructed not to return. While there, he allegedly took a set of turnout gear, a lieutenant’s badge, and a raincoat, with a total estimated value of $3,500.

Trapp was booked into the Cobb County Jail on Thursday.

What we don't know:

It was not clear if he had obtained legal representation.

The Source: FOX 5's Denise Dillon spoke with Cobb County fire officials and the Cobb County Police Department. A mug shot was obtained from the Cobb County Sheriff's Office, which also confirmed the charges.

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