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Former teacher charged after missing teen found
Authorities say a missing Ohio teen was found at a former teacher's home after 263 days away from a youth shelter.
In brief
Authorities say a missing Ohio teen was found at a former teacher's home after 263 days away from a youth shelter. Police allege Jobe Binkley knew the teen was listed as missing and still let her stay at his Springfield home. Originally reported by Fox News.
Teen found after months
A missing underage girl was found at Jobe Binkley's Springfield, Ohio, home after 263 days. She had run away from a Columbus youth shelter on Dec. 2, 2025.
Former teacher charged
Binkley, 48, was charged with interference with custody, a first-degree misdemeanor. The charge can carry up to six months in jail and a $1,000 fine.
Police cite prior knowledge
The complaint alleges Binkley let the girl stay at his home while knowing she was an active missing juvenile.
“did knowingly allow the child victim to stay in his home”
Marshal visit led to discovery
On Aug. 21, an officer working with the U.S. Marshal's Office went to Binkley's home after it was identified as the girl's last known location. Binkley said she was inside.
“He called for the juvenile, and they exited the home”
Earlier searches were blocked
Investigators say officers had twice gone to Binkley's home before. He allegedly refused entry and said the missing girl was not there.
“stated that the missing person was not inside”
Case heads to court
Binkley has pleaded not guilty. Court records show a pretrial hearing is scheduled for Sept. 30 in Clark County Municipal Court.
The main idea
Police allege Jobe Binkley knew the teen was listed as missing and still let her stay at his Springfield home.
