Now, Channel 2 Cobb County Bureau Chief Michele Newell has learned Kohan Retail Investment Group is behind on the water bill. The owner also owes more than $1 million in back taxes in other parts of the country. “They were not paying property taxes; they would pay it late to avoid tax sales,” said Jarett Heil.

COBB COUNTY, Ga. — Town Center at Cobb is currently closed after being past due on paying its power bills, according to Georgia Power. In a statement, Georgia Power said it has tried to work with the mall for months to avoid shutting off its power. The power company added it provided numerous solutions to help.

The sign on the door says, “Due to unforeseen circumstances the mall is closed at this time. No entry until further notice.”