Pickaway County Sheriff's Office

05/28/2026

According to Sheriff Matthew O. Hafey on May 27, 2026, the Pickaway County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at 4420 State Route 316 West Ashville, Ohio. The search warrant is the next step in an ongoing ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) investigation.

During the search warrant, witnesses and suspects were interviewed, and evidence was seized. Evidence was also reviewed by the Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Computer Crimes Unit.

At the conclusion of the search warrant, 39-year-old Brandon M. Scott was arrested and transported to the Pickaway County Jail. Brandon Scott is charged with two counts of Pandering Obscenity Involving a Minor one count a Felony of the 2nd Degree and one count a Felony of the 4th Degree. Brandon Scott will have his initial arraignment in the Circleville Municipal Court on May 28, 2026.

Sheriff Hafey would like to thank the Ohio State Highway Patrol Computer Crimes Unit and the South Bloomfield Police Department for their assistance with this case.

This case remains under investigation by the Pickaway County Sheriff’s Office.

05/18/2026

It's that time of year again for the annual Pickaway County Reserve Deputy Association, Inc. golf outing. The Reserve Deputy Association raises money to benefit our community though programs such as Shop with a Cop, community trick or treat events, providing scholarships to local high school graduates pursuing a career in law enforcement and much more. The Pickaway County Reserve Deputy Association, Inc. is a non-profit 501c3 organization and works independently of the Sheriff's Office. For any questions or more information, contact Commander Roger Patrick or Assistant Commander Tim Geiger at the numbers listed on the flyer. We hope to see you there for this great event!

05/15/2026

Congratulations to Captain John Strawser and OSP Lieutenant Shad Caplinger for their well deserved recognition!!

05/12/2026

Please join Sheriff Matthew O. Hafey in congratulating our recent promotions! Det Sgt Robert Dauberman, Sgt. Craig Montgomery and Sgt. David McIntyre were all recently promoted in a ceremony held at the Sheriff's Office. Det. Sgt. Dauberman is assigned to the Invesgtiations Bureau and will assist Captain Strawser in running the division. Sgt Montgomery and Sgt. McIntyre are assigned to the Road Patrol Divsion and will supervise their respective shifts of Deputies. Congratulations Sergeants!

05/11/2026

National Police Week 2026 runs from May 10th through May 16th.

In 1962, President John F. Kennedy established National Police Week to honor law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Today, nearly 750,000 police officers across the United States put on the uniform each day to serve and protect their communities.

Throughout this week, we honor the fallen heroes who gave their lives in service, while also recognizing the courageous men and women who continue to protect and serve day in and day out.

Thank you to all law enforcement officers for your dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to keeping our communities safe.

05/11/2026

The Pickaway County Sheriff’s Office, in conjunction with our public safety partners Circleville Police Department, Pickaway County Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency, The Circleville Fire Department, Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio School Safety Center will be conducting a drill this morning on the campus of the Circleville City School District and Ohio Christian University. You will see a large presence of first responders but there is no reason for alarm. This exercise is being conducted so that should there be an actual emergency, first responders, school staff, and students will be ready. 

On Monday morning, you may see a lot of emergency response presence, buses, and people walking close to Circleville City Schools. There is no emergency. It is important for our schools to practice so they know what to do if they ever do need to act.

05/10/2026

We would like to extend heartfelt Mother’s Day wishes to all mothers, particularly those in public safety who sacrifice time with their families to serve their communities with dedication.

05/05/2026

The Corrections Division. The Jail. The Pickaway County Jail.

It is a 24 hour a day, 7 day a week operation, 365 days a year.

One of the hardest, most thankless jobs in the United States of America.

This week we celebrate you! We appreciate all of your hard work, not only this week, but every week!

05/01/2026

We were proud to have Captain Strawser and Detective Rubio present to the Logan Elm Elementary 5th grade students this morning.

04/23/2026

We would like to congradulate Corrections Office Debbie Clark who retires today after over 20 years of service to the citizens of Pickaway County. Debbie started in January 2006 and worked in the Corrections Division her entire career. We wish her a long and happy retirement!