2 suspects ID’d who allegedly stole bullet proof vests, handcuffs, radios from county building

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) -This week’s Cuyahoga’s Most Wanted features two men caught on camera in March, stealing thousands of dollars worth of law enforcement equipment from a county building.

According to Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County, on March 9th at the Metzenbaum Center, a building used for county protective services, two men broke in and stole bullet proof vests, handcuffs, police radios and televisions.

Two men have been identified as potential suspects according to Crime Stoppers.

County authorities are now looking for Jermaine Benson Jr. and Lemarco Matthews.

The concern is these items could be used by someone trying to impersonate an officer.

The pair were caught on camera from several angles but are wearing hoodies and masks to hide their faces.

One man is even wearing a flashlight on his forehead.

If anyone knows of, or has heard of anyone who suddenly came into possession of handcuff and vests you should call Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County.

All calls to 216-252-7463 can remain completely anonymous and could be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.