Youngstown, Ohio — November 26, 2025
Law enforcement agencies in Mahoning County are ramping up efforts to apprehend two fugitives who are considered among the region’s most wanted. Both individuals are facing serious drug trafficking charges and remain at large despite ongoing investigations.
Jaron Martin
Authorities are searching for 31-year-old Jaron Martin, who is wanted on multiple felony counts, including trafficking cocaine, possession of cocaine, and trafficking fentanyl. A secret indictment was filed against Martin in November 2023, and he has been evading capture since then. He is described as approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighing 135 pounds.
The Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the U.S. Marshals Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force, is offering a reward for information that leads to Martin’s arrest.
Trevon Howell
Also sought is 35-year-old Trevon Howell, wanted for trafficking cocaine, trafficking fentanyl, and aggravated trafficking of drugs. Howell is described as a Black male, about 6 feet tall and weighing around 200 pounds.
The Sheriff’s Office and U.S. Marshals are actively pursuing Howell, with a reward available for tips that result in his apprehension.
Public Safety and Reporting
Officials urge the public not to attempt to apprehend fugitives themselves. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact authorities through the following safe channels:
- Call 911 for immediate sightings
- Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force tip line: 1‑866‑4‑WANTED (1‑866‑492‑6833)
- Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office: 330‑480‑5000
- Submit tips online via the U.S. Marshals Service website
Community Impact
Mahoning County officials stress that capturing fugitives like Martin and Howell is vital to reducing the flow of dangerous drugs into local neighborhoods. “These individuals pose a serious threat to public safety,” one investigator noted. “Community cooperation is essential to bringing them in.”
Additional Resources
The Sheriff’s Office maintains a Most Wanted and Missing Persons page featuring fugitives, unsolved crimes, and missing persons cases. Residents can view the list at Mahoning County Most Wanted.
10‑8 News will continue to monitor these cases and provide updates as authorities work to bring Mahoning County’s most wanted fugitives to justice.