Executive Summary
- FBI Cincinnati made over 950 arrests across southern and central Ohio in 2025.
- Agents located 37 children and recovered 270 illegal weapons.
- The division served more than 550 search warrants and participated in 190 drug seizures.
- Operations resulted in over 160 convictions and 162 sentencings.
The Cincinnati division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) released its annual operational summary on Tuesday, announcing that federal agents executed more than 950 arrests throughout 2025. The report details the agency’s law enforcement activities across 48 counties in southern and central Ohio, highlighting significant actions against violent crime, child exploitation, and illicit trafficking.
According to the statistical release provided by the agency, the division served over 550 search warrants and participated in 190 drug seizures during the calendar year. In addition to narcotics enforcement, agents successfully recovered 270 illegal weapons from the streets. A critical component of the year’s operations involved the protection of vulnerable minors, with the agency reporting the location of 37 missing or endangered children.
The investigative work conducted by the division resulted in substantial judicial outcomes. FBI Cincinnati reported that their cases led to more than 160 convictions and 162 criminal sentencings in 2025. Jason Cromartie, the Special Agent in Charge at FBI Cincinnati, stated that the agency worked closely with local law enforcement partners to combat terrorism, sophisticated cyberattacks, and complex financial fraud to protect the community.
Regional Enforcement Analysis
The release of these statistics underscores the continued federal focus on interagency cooperation to address violent crime and trafficking in the Midwest. The high volume of arrests and weapon recoveries indicates an aggressive operational stance against organized criminal elements operating within the 48-county jurisdiction. As these investigations transition through the judicial system, the data serves as a barometer for federal law enforcement priorities in the region. It is important to note that while arrest statistics represent operational activity, all individuals charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
