Cuyahoga County corrections officer arrested for drug trafficking

A corrections officer from the Cuyahoga County Jail has been arrested and charged with drug trafficking and illegal conveyance of narcotics into a detention facility. The female officer, whose name has not been released, is currently held in the Geauga County Jail. Sheriff Harold Pretel emphasized the department's zero-tolerance policy for any illegal activities that compromise the integrity of the Corrections Center. The officer has been placed on paid administrative leave, and the investigation is ongoing. This incident underscores the commitment to maintaining a drug-free environment within the facility.