The Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio has adopted a resolution honoring the U.S. Marshals Services Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force for achieving its 60,000th arrest on March 24, 2025. Established in 2003, this task force is a collaborative effort involving federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies aimed at apprehending violent fugitives in northern Ohio. It operates under the Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative, which seeks to reduce gun crime across the nation. The task force has grown to include 350 law enforcement personnel and has made significant contributions to public safety in Ohio.
The resolution commends the members of the task force for their dedication, expertise, and commitment to law enforcement, highlighting their role in enhancing community safety and their exemplary service to the state. The Senate expresses gratitude for their unwavering focus on excellence, courage, and integrity, which have earned them the respect and appreciation of the community. The resolution concludes with a directive for the Clerk of the Senate to transmit a copy of the resolution to the task force as a formal acknowledgment of their achievements.