🌱 Former ICE Officer Charged: Sexual Assault + Mayor Meets Dalai Lama

Morning, neighbors. It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Cincinnati Daily — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in the community today.

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy. High: 50 Low: 41.

Here are the top three stories today in Cincinnati:

1. According to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Ohio, a former Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer has been indicted on several charges, including sex trafficking using force. Cincinnati resident Andrew Golobic, 51, was accused of sexually assaulting immigrants while working for ICE. Golobic also faces charges of depriving individuals of their civil rights while acting under color of law, tampering with witnesses, and obstructing a federal investigation. (Subscription: cleveland.com)
2. Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval returned from his trip to India, where he spent time with the Dalai Lama. Mayor Pureval shared his experience with the community at City Hall, noting the experience led him to reconnect with his culture. He is the only Tibetan American elected to public office of any level. (WLWT Cincinnati)
3. Cincinnati police are looking for a 23-year-old woman. Ashley Washington, of College Hill, went missing on Wednesday and was last seen leaving work. (WLWT Cincinnati)

Today in Cincinnati:

• Holiday Pops At Cincinnati Music Hall (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Now that is a different type of tree topper. Watch the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden's tree topper fly away! (Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden via Facebook)
• Are you looking for fun events this weekend? Browse some of the best options to fill your time at the link! (Subscription: The Cincinnati Enquirer)
• The Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center thanks everyone who came to the toy drive this week. If you are still interested in donating, visit the link! (Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday. See you all Monday morning for another update!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.