Fishers, (Indiana) – Fishers police arrest a man suspected of robbery at a Fishers Kroger Store.
During the early morning hours of July 2, 2018 Fishers police responded to the Kroger Store located at 9799 E. 116th Street (116th Street and Cumberland Road) after an employee reported being threatened by a man stealing merchandise. The employee described the suspect as a black male wearing an orange shirt and black pants. The suspect fled in a green Honda passenger car.
A short time later a Fishers officer observed a green Honda traveling on Brooks School Road. The officer activated his emergency lights and the Honda stopped. A man, matching the description of the robbery suspect, exited the Honda and ran. Officers from multiple agencies searched for the suspect.
Several hours later, officers located the suspect. He was taken into custody and transported to the Hamilton County Jail without incident.
Media Personnel – Please direct any further questions, regarding this case, to the Hamilton County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
Arrested: Corey D. Hooten
47 years old
Indianapolis, Indiana
Charges: Robbery Level 5 Felony
Theft Level 6 Felony Resisting Law Enforcement “A” Misdemeanor
Possession of Paraphernalia “C” Misdemeanor
Held: Hamilton County Jail
A charge is merely an accusation and the arrested person(s) is presumed innocent until proven guilty