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"Jason replied, I was expecting there to be a whole bunch of cops here," the boy told police.

"U.S. 20 was closed in both directions for approximately two hours while the crash scene was investigated."

"Jason replied, I was expecting there to be a whole bunch of cops here, " the boy told police.

"Upon the collision, the vehicle maintained reverse gear for a period of time before moving forward," police said.

Porter County Deputy Prosecutor Christopher Hammer told jurors during opening arguments Tuesday afternoon that, "this is not a small amount by any means."

Anyone with information about the two people pictured is encouraged to contact the police department through Facebook or contact Detective Chris Burch at 219-764-5796.

"U.S. 20 was closed in both directions for approximately two hours while the crash scene was investigated."

Porter County Deputy Prosecutor Christopher Hammer told jurors during opening arguments Tuesday afternoon that, "this is not a small amount by any means."

Animal control took possession of her dog, police said.

"Please check your security cameras, as we are hoping to get a better picture of this suspect from the thefts," according to police.