Tips from Lorain County residents paid off today, when the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office announced that two people featured in its "Weekly Wanted" bulletin had been captured. The department shared booking-style photos of the pair, publicly thanked residents for their help and continued support, and posted the update on its official Facebook page. The brief announcement did not include booking information or any details about charges.
What the sheriff's office posted
In a Facebook update, the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office said the two individuals featured in its #weeklywanted bulletin had been captured and added, "Thank you for your assistance and continued support," according to the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office. The message included booking-style photos similar to those the department circulates each week. The post did not say where the arrests took place or provide any charge details.
Weekly wanted bulletins and community tips
The sheriff’s office regularly uses a weekly bulletin to share photos and ask residents for tips, a practice previously highlighted in earlier reporting on the weekly bulletins. Those posts often include a tip line and a reminder that "all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty." Law enforcement officials say community tips are a routine part of how those searches are resolved.
Where to get updates
Residents who recognize someone pictured in a bulletin are asked to contact the department and share tips. The sheriff’s recent post thanked people for sharing information and urged continued support, according to the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office. For additional updates about the Weekly Wanted bulletins and any follow-up, residents can check the sheriff’s social channels or local news coverage.
