Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost

In separate cases, AG Yost this week sued three businesses accused of ripping off consumers. Customers say the defendants caused more than $125,000 in combined financial losses. Details: bit.ly/4ljQJ3h

AG Yost and 26 of his counterparts are calling on the NCAA to restore the records, titles, and other honors earned in recent years by female athletes but denied because of policies allowing biological males to participate in female sports. Details: bit.ly/44WYAwK

With families preparing for the start of a new academic year, AG Yost, House Speaker Matt Huffman and other supporters of EdChoice clarified the status of the program and reinforced their optimism that it will survive an ongoing court battle. Details: bit.ly/4kTyOPL

“Do You Need Help?” Posters raising awareness about the signs of human trafficking were placed in bathrooms across the Ohio State Fairgrounds today. These posters offer a lifeline to victims—and a call to action for all of us.

A Wayne County man accused of sexually assaulting six children over nine years has pleaded guilty, AG Yost announced today. Details: bit.ly/44QWYo2

A former caregiver at a Conneaut retirement community has been indicted on felony rape charges for alleged sex abuse involving elderly residents, AG Yost announced today. Details: bit.ly/44Y0ezn

Darien Spann was sworn in as a Special Agent for BCI this morning. Congratulations to him on this new role in law enforcement!

AG Yost checked out the Tactical Drone Response course, which equips officers with the skills to deploy drones during patrol and tactical operations. From crime scene surveillance to search and rescue, OPOTA’s advanced training courses prepare agencies for the future of policing.

Copper theft is an issue for all states. Attacks on critical communications infrastructure could threaten public safety. If you see suspicious activity around communications lines and poles, contact local law enforcement. Learn more: ktla.com/news/local-new…

AG Yost’s 2025 Human Trafficking Summit is right around the corner! Join us on July 30 at the Hyatt Regency Columbus for this important event. Today is the FINAL DAY TO REGISTER—don’t miss your chance to attend! ➡️bit.ly/4dxDjOh

In indictments filed this week by the office of AG Yost, nine Medicaid providers are accused of stealing a combined $1.2 million from the government health-care program for the needy. Details: bit.ly/3Tx0BdS

A 56-year-old Columbus man was sentenced today to life in prison for drug- and sex-trafficking crimes, including purposefully causing the fatal overdose of a women who had cooperated with police. The Central Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force investigated the case.

AG Yost today urged elected county officials to form a coalition to reform property taxes in Ohio before a citizen-led ballot initiative simply eliminates the system altogether. Details: bit.ly/462dmV8

40 girls, as young as 10… Proud of the work our BCI did in bringing this creep to justice. tribtoday.com/news/local-new…

Following an extensive investigation by BCI and our federal partners, Vall Iliev of Stow was sentenced today to 5+ years in prison for selling counterfeit body armor to law enforcement and the public.

Happy Independence Day! With a little extra red, white and rock 'n' roll from AG Yost. 🎸🇺🇸

From AG Yost and his team, we wish you a safe and joyous Fourth of July.

Emma Letcher was last seen just over a year ago on June 29, 2024. She is in need of medication, and law enforcement remains concerned for her safety. If you have any information, please contact BCI or Union Township Police in Clermont County.

Another human trafficker is off the streets thanks to the Central Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force.

The indictments are part of @TheJusticeDept's 2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown, a strategically coordinated law enforcement action that led to criminal charges against 324 defendants nationwide. Learn more: bit.ly/4lBDIlA