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Georgia Man Arrested After Viral Video Shows Racist Tirade at SSA Office

Police say a hotel disturbance led to his arrest after witnesses shared the video.

Overview

  • Robert John Burke, 65, was charged with misdemeanor disorderly conduct tied to an incident outside the Social Security Administration office in Norcross, Georgia.
  • Gwinnett County police said a warrant was issued after officers could not locate him at the scene and witnesses provided the viral footage.
  • Burke was arrested the next day at a Courtyard Marriott in Duluth after staff reported a disturbance and requested his removal.
  • Police reports state he was aggressive at the hotel and that he told officers he has schizophrenia, paranoia, and other mental-health disabilities.
  • He was booked and later released on a $1,000 bond, with further proceedings not yet reported.