Michael Hay, Bank Robbery, Ohio 2014

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Serial Bank Bandit Caught in Central Ohio

A brazen bank bandit has been caught after allegedly robbing seven banks in central and southwestern Ohio between December 28, 2013 and February 4, 2014. Michael Hay, 30, of Columbus, is facing serious time behind bars after a federal grand jury indicted him on seven counts of bank robbery.

The indictment alleges that Hay robbed a PNC Bank in Cincinnati on December 28, 2013, a Chase Bank in Bexley on January 7, 2014, a First Financial Bank in Huber Heights on January 10, a Chase Bank in Vandalia on January 28, a Huntington Bank in Miami Township on January 29, a Key Bank in Grove City on February 1, and a Chase Bank in Mason on February 4. He was arrested by Grove City Police officers on February 7.

Each count of bank robbery is punishable by up to 20 years in prison followed by three years of supervised release and restitution. An initial appearance for Hay is scheduled for today at 1:30 before U.S. Magistrate Judge Michael Newman in Dayton.

In a statement, U.S. Attorney Carter M. Stewart commended the investigation of this case by the FBI, the police departments in Upper Arlington, Bexley, Grove City, Huber Heights, Vandalia, Miami Township, and Cincinnati as well as the Warren County Sheriff’s Office and Assistant U.S Attorney Brent Tabacchi who is prosecuting the case.

Hay’s alleged crimes have left a trail of fear and financial ruin in their wake. The community is breathing a sigh of relief now that the suspect is behind bars. As the case moves forward, one thing is clear: justice will be served.

An indictment merely contains allegations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. We will continue to follow this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.

Contact: Fred Alverson, Public Affairs Officer, for more information on this case.