On February 25, 2026, at 1653 hrs., the Crawford County Sheriff's Office executed a search warrant at 1370 Fairview Ave Galion, Ohio, after an investigation into the possession of child pornography.
Arrested during the search warrant was Michael Paul Taylor, age, 60. Michael was the target of the investigation. Several electronic items were seized from the residence during the execution of the search warrant.
Michael was transported to the Crawford County Justice Center, where he will be held pending charges of pandering obscenity, involving a minor. Child Pornography was located on the devices that were seized as evidence.
A report will be forwarded to the Crawford County Prosecutor's Office for consideration of additional charges.
Sheriff Scott Kent, Lt. Craig Moser and Detective Winkelman encourage citizens to report any suspicious activity to the Sheriff's Office at 419-562-7906 or by submitting a tip on the Sheriff App.