In The News 20 February 2026

Highland County Sheriff's Office investigating shooting in Paint Township

On Feb. 20 at 8:46 a.m., the Highland County Sheriff’s Office received a call of a shooting in the Rocky Fork Lake Region of Paint Township. 

Upon arrival, a juvenile was taken into custody by deputies, according to Sheriff Randy Sanders.

The victim was transported from the scene by Paint Creek Joint EMS. The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (B.C.I.) was called to assist with the crime scene. 

The investigation is underway, and details are currently unavailable. 

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