Central Ohio Drug Enforcement Task Force

07/21/2026

🚨 47 KILOGRAMS OF NARCOTICS SEIZED IN CENTRAL OHIO 🚨

Licking County-Led Task Force Helps Take More Than $1 Million Worth of Drugs Off the Streets

A major narcotics investigation involving law enforcement agencies across Central Ohio has resulted in one of the region’s larger drug seizures this year.

According to the Columbus Division of Police, detectives with the Organized Crime Bureau and Narcotics Unit, working alongside deputies assigned to the Licking County Sheriff’s Office CODE Task Force, carried out an operation on July 16 targeting a narcotics trafficking organization operating throughout Central Ohio.

The investigation led to multiple arrests and the seizure of 47 kilograms of narcotics—more than 103 pounds—with an estimated street value of over $1 million.

While investigators have not yet released the type of narcotics involved, the names of those arrested, or the exact location of the operation, officials say those details are being withheld because the investigation remains active.

What makes this especially important for our area is the involvement of the CODE (Central Ohio Drug Enforcement) Task Force, a multi-agency unit led by the Licking County Sheriff’s Office. The task force works with local, state, and federal partners to investigate drug trafficking organizations that operate across county lines before those drugs make their way into neighborhoods throughout Central Ohio.

When law enforcement agencies combine resources like this, they’re often able to dismantle larger trafficking networks rather than making isolated street-level arrests. Investigations of this size can take weeks or even months before officers move in.

At this time, officials have not announced:
• What type of narcotics were seized.
• How many people were arrested.
• The identities of those arrested.
• Whether additional searches or arrests are expected.

As more information becomes available through court records or additional press releases, we’ll continue following the case and provide updates.

👏 Credit goes to the Columbus Division of Police Organized Crime Bureau, Narcotics Detectives, and the Licking County Sheriff’s Office CODE Task Force for the coordinated effort behind this investigation.

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07/21/2026

07/20/2026

Great work!!

02/04/2026

Press Release
State of Ohio vs. April Neagos

12/11/2025

A male and female suspects were arrested for trafficking approximately 2 1/2 pounds of m**hamphetamine today. Traffic stops were made in Kirkersville, Ohio on a male and female, whom were later taken into custody after positive K9 alerts on vehicles and the discovery of the large amount of m**h. One individual was identified as Kyle Poole of Coshocton, Ohio and the second was Heather Roberts of Newark, Ohio. Charges will be presented to the Licking County Prosecutor’s Office and additional charges could be brought against them. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

02/05/2025

Great Teamwork Again!!

10/30/2024

Media Release


On 10/16/2024 Detectives with the Central Ohio Drug Enforcement Task Force along with the Department of Homeland Security and the Ohio National Guard Counterdrug Program conducted an investigation leading to a purchase of 4 ½ ounces of m**hamphetamine and an ounce of co***ne from a subject known as Anicleto Olvera-Sanchez, age 34 AKA Keto Olvera. Following the controlled purchase of the drugs, a traffic stop was initiated on Sanchez in the area of Interstate 70 and State Route 37 in Licking County. Upon contact Detectives detained Sanchez and recovered a handgun and US currency.

​Sanchez was arrested and transported to the Licking County Justice Center. After an interview with Sanchez, a search warrant was obtained for his residence located at 5482 Wesliegh Run Dr. located in Columbus. On scene, Detectives discovered three (3) kilos of suspected powder co***ne, just under a pound of suspected m**hamphetamine and around 300 grams of suspected fentanyl. Additionally, six more weapons were recovered at this residence.

​Sanchez is currently being held at the Licking County Justice Center under a $1,500,000 bond.

10/12/2024

Licking County Sheriff’s Detectives have made several arrest related to the homicide that occurred on Monday. A huge thank you to them and the agencies that assisted for the long hours and late nights that were necessary to develope leads and make the arrest.

Sheriff Randy Thorp
Licking County Sheriffs Office

08/23/2024

07/05/2024

July 4, 2024
{Offical Division of Police Announcement 1:15pm}

𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐃-The Cleveland Division of Police is saddened to announce the death of Officer Jamieson Ritter #1176, who was shot and killed this morning while serving and protecting our community. Officer Ritter, a
four-year veteran of our Division, served our city with distinction and pride.

Ritter graduated from Syracuse University in 2019 and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army National Guard. As a member of the Ohio Army National Guard, he served with the 134th Field Artillery Regiment.

After joining the Cleveland Division of Police in November 2020, Ritter deployed to Syria in 2022 with his unit and returned to continue his service with the city of Cleveland in 2023.

Originally from Webster, New York, and a 2015 graduate of McQuaid Jesuit High School, Ritter grew up with profound desire to serve his country and his community. His family confirms that “from an early age, Jamieson possessed an innate understanding of selfless service to the nation and a strong desire to serve his community.”

"Today is a sad day for our city," said Chief Todd. "Ironically, on this day designated for freedom, we are
reminded of the evil that tries to impose on our community. However, despite our pain and hurt, we take in the immense sacrifice Officer Ritter gave, and we will honor his memory and compassion.
We will continue to
carry his legacy in our hearts."
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