Michael Fleming : US Man Arrested for Attempted Bank Withdrawal

The 41-year-old man was then taken to the Sumter County Detention Center

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A bizarre incident unfolded in Sumter County, Florida, as a 41-year-old man named Michael Fleming found himself facing a felony robbery charge after attempting to withdraw just 1 cent from a local bank. The incident, which occurred at the Chase Bank on US-441 in Lady Lake, has left many scratching their heads.

According to reports from the New York Post, the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office’s arrest affidavit details the strange encounter that took place just before 2 pm on a Saturday afternoon.

Upon entering the bank, Fleming reportedly filled out a withdrawal slip for a mere 1 cent and handed it to the teller. When informed that such a small amount couldn’t be withdrawn, Fleming allegedly responded with a cryptic statement, prompting the teller to fear for their safety and contact law enforcement.

Deputies arrived on the scene and took Fleming into custody without incident. He was then transported to the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office for questioning, where he cooperated after being read his Miranda Rights.

Details of the conversation between Fleming and law enforcement were not disclosed in the report, but deputies determined that there was probable cause to charge him with violating Florida’s robbery laws. As a result, Fleming was booked into the Sumter County Detention Center, where he remains on a $5,000 bond as of Tuesday afternoon, according to online jail records.

This peculiar incident has left many wondering about the motives behind Fleming’s unusual actions and the repercussions he may face for his seemingly harmless request. As the case unfolds, the residents of Sumter County are left with more questions than answers.