Marion County today: Indiana manhunt after transport escape; separate human-remains probe in Florida’s Summerfield

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Marion County today: Indiana manhunt after transport escape; separate human-remains probe in Florida’s Summerfield
Marion County today

Two unrelated public-safety stories put “Marion County” in the headlines today. In Indiana, police are searching for a man who escaped custody during transport to Indianapolis’ Community Justice Campus. In Florida, deputies have opened a new death investigation after human remains were discovered in the Summerfield area—distinct from another recent case in Marion Oaks.

Indianapolis: manhunt after escape from transport (Marion County, IN)

Indianapolis authorities are asking for the public’s help after a detainee escaped during transport on Tuesday, Oct. 21 near the Community Justice Campus on the city’s southeast side. The Marion County Sheriff’s Office identified the escaped individual as 35-year-old Diontae (Dionte) Green.

What officials have said so far

  • Green jumped from a transport vehicle and fled on foot during intake procedures.

  • Multiple agencies joined the search; as of this morning (Wednesday, Oct. 22) he has not been located.

  • Investigators have not released a formal update on injuries, weapons, or immediate threats to the public.

If you have information

  • Call 911 with location and direction of travel if you believe you see the individual.

  • Avoid approaching—officers emphasize that escapees can behave unpredictably, especially near active search perimeters.

What to watch next

  • Afternoon updates on search boundaries and any surveillance images.

  • Clarification on the charges underlying Green’s custody at the time of escape.

  • Whether neighborhood-level advisories expand beyond the immediate CJC area.

Florida: new remains found in Summerfield; cases not connected (Marion County, FL)

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office in Florida says a citizen discovered human remains on Sunday evening near South U.S. Highway 441 in Summerfield. Detectives launched a death investigation and processed the scene through late Sunday and Monday.

Key points officials have emphasized:

  • This Summerfield discovery is separate from the Marion Oaks remains case reported earlier this month; investigators say the two are not connected at this stage.

  • Identification work is underway; the agency has not released information on age, sex, cause, or manner of death.

  • Detectives are asking area residents and businesses to check exterior cameras and dash cams for unusual activity around the time the remains were found.

Community impact and next steps

  • Expect periodic closures and visible law-enforcement activity near the search grid while teams canvass and conduct follow-up searches.

  • The medical examiner will lead the ID and cause-of-death process, which can take days to weeks depending on condition and available records.

  • Any public appeal for specific vehicles or persons of interest would likely follow once investigators firm up timelines.

Why these stories matter—and how to follow along safely

  • Public safety: Transport escapes are rare but high priority; quick, accurate tips from residents can shrink search windows. In Florida, careful scene processing and patient identification work are essential to avoid missteps in a potential homicide or unattended-death case.

  • Verification over virality: Both incidents are developing. Details like descriptions, timelines, or suspected links can evolve as agencies verify surveillance footage, logs, and witness accounts.

Quick reference

  • Marion County, Indiana (Indianapolis): Search ongoing for an escaped detainee from transport near the Community Justice Campus on Oct. 21.

  • Marion County, Florida (Summerfield): Human remains found on Oct. 19 near South U.S. 441; investigators say this case is not linked to the recent Marion Oaks remains.

  • Public guidance: Call 911 with credible sightings or camera footage; do not approach individuals or disturb potential evidence areas.

“Marion County” means different places to different readers—and today, both are in the news. Indianapolis police continue an active manhunt after a transport escape, while Florida deputies work a new death investigation unrelated to another case nearby. Expect clearer timelines and identifiers as both agencies release verified updates.