5 charged with trespassing at Clermont County power station

On Nov. 24, deputies from the Clermont County Sheriff’s Office charged multiple individuals with felony aggravated trespass at the William H. Zimmer Power Station at 1781 U.S. 52 near the village of Moscow in Washington Township, Clermont County.

Recent interest on social media platforms has led to an increase in young adults and juveniles unlawfully entering the property, often attempting to capture photos and videos for online content. These actions pose significant safety risks due to hazardous conditions on the property.

In response to these concerns, the property owners have enlisted the Clermont County Sheriff’s Office to assist with enhanced security and provide routine patrols of the grounds at all hours. While conducting a routine patrol, deputies allegedly located several individuals from Lombard, Ill. actively trespassing. 

Charged with one count each of aggravated trespassing, a felony of the third degree, were Sabri Mesli, 19; Rayane Mesli, 22; Evan McClow, 21; Samuel Farrar, 22; and Ethan Kim, 21.

The Sheriff’s Office would like to emphasize that any future incidents of trespassing will result in all perpetrators being charged, without exception. This enforcement effort is intended to prevent injuries or tragedies at the site and to protect both the public and first responders. The Sheriff’s Office urges the public, particularly parents of teenagers and young adults, to help spread the message that the property is dangerous, restricted and actively monitored. 

This investigation will be reviewed in its entirety with the Clermont County Prosecutor’s Office for presentation to a grand jury for consideration of additional charges.