The search is on in Cuyahoga County, where the sheriff’s office is asking residents to help track down two men wanted in separate violent robberies. Investigators on Tuesday released photos of the suspects, identified as 23-year-old Keyjuan Bates, who is listed on an aggravated-robbery charge, and 35-year-old Dewaun Willis, who is wanted on robbery and aggravated-assault counts. Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for tips that lead to an arrest and indictment, and the sheriff is pushing anyone with information to use the anonymous tip line.
The images and brief case write-ups were shared in a Facebook post that placed both men on the agency’s most-wanted list and highlighted potential reward eligibility, according to the Cuyahoga County Sheriff. The post urges anyone who might recognize the suspects to contact Crime Stoppers or send in a web tip.
Suspect Descriptions
More detailed descriptions for each man appear on the Crime Stoppers wanted roster. Bates is listed as born Nov. 10, 2002, about 5-foot-7 and 175 pounds. Willis is listed as born Jan. 8, 1991, about 5-foot-6 and 140 pounds. Both are identified as Black males, according to Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County.
How To Report Tips
Anyone with information about Bates or Willis is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (216) 252-7463 or submit an anonymous tip online. Tipsters may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000, according to Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County. Officials are also urging residents not to attempt to apprehend either man themselves and to let investigators handle any sightings, according to the Cuyahoga County Sheriff.
Legal Context
Under Ohio law, robbery and aggravated robbery are defined in Chapter 2911 of the Ohio Revised Code, and aggravated assault is laid out in section 2903.12. These offenses are prosecuted as felonies and can carry multi-year prison terms that vary by degree of the charge and any added specifications, such as the involvement of a weapon or particular victim circumstances. For a breakdown of how those enhancements can raise the stakes, see the Ohio Revised Code.
Authorities are asking the public to share tips as soon as possible and to steer clear of any direct confrontation with the suspects. This story will be updated if officials release additional details about arrests or related court filings.
