K9 Alert leads to drug trafficking arrest

Michael S. Ruhl, 47, was arrested at Deer Run Campground near Camden on August 28, 2025, after deputies discovered methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia in his vehicle.

Deputies encountered Ruhl, who had traffic warrants in Butler County, and observed criminal indicators during their contact.

A K-9 unit alerted to the presence of drugs in his vehicle, leading to a search that uncovered approximately 27 grams of suspected methamphetamine, a digital scale, and other drug paraphernalia.

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Following the search and arrest, Ruhl was transported to the Preble County Jail. On September 2, the case was presented to the Preble County Grand Jury, which returned an indictment and issued a warrant for Ruhl…

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