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Jovontae Isahia Newman, 22, remains at large following a bank robbery in Munster, Indiana, while his alleged accomplice, Michael Desean Anderson, 32, is currently in custody. Both men have been charged by the Munster Police Department with two counts of robbery and one count of conspiracy to commit robbery. The incident occurred on June 15 at approximately 3:20 p.m. at Fifth Third Bank, located at 8007 Calumet Avenue in northwest Indiana. According to police reports, a suspect approached a teller, presented a note, demanded money, and inferred he possessed a weapon before fleeing the scene on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect was described as a tall, slender Black male wearing a white hazmat-type suit, a blue hard hat, and goggles. Authorities have identified Newman as the individual who remains at large, while Anderson is being held at the Lake County Jail. Both suspects are from Gary and are suspected of involvement in additional robberies in Michigan City and Winfield. The Munster Police Department is actively seeking information regarding Newman's whereabouts. Detective Mark Ashcraft is leading the investigation and has requested that anyone with information on Newman’s location contact the department immediately. Tips can be submitted by calling 219-836-6678 or by emailing mashcraft@munster.org. The case remains open as law enforcement continues to search for the at-large suspect. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity or information that may assist in the apprehension of Newman. The charges against both men reflect the severity of the armed robbery and the conspiracy involved. Police emphasize the importance of community cooperation in solving this case and bringing all involved parties to justice. This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding bank security and the need for public awareness in identifying potential suspects. The Munster Police Department continues to investigate all aspects of the crime and is working closely with regional law enforcement agencies to track down the remaining suspect.
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