Franklin County deputy arrested on over 50 sex crime charges

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A Franklin County deputy has been arrested Wednesday morning on 58 felony charges, including 32 for rape, the sheriff’s office said.

According to a Franklin County Sheriff's Office release, Charles Davis was arrested without incident, 11 months after an investigation began into alleges of sexual assault crimes. The Sheriff’s Office said it was made aware of an investigation in Sept. 2023 by the U.S. Marshals Task Force in Ross County.

Among the charges include 32 counts of rape and 26 counts of gross sexual imposition.

“This is an extremely serious matter, and I have full faith in the investigation,” Sheriff Dallas Baldwin said. “We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of conduct and accountability. I want to reassure our citizens that we are dedicated to transparency, professionalism, and, as always, the safety of our community.”

The release stated that the Sheriff’s Office will have no additional comments while the case against Davis is ongoing. An internal investigation is also in process.