ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — On September 19, 2024, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to a series of incidents ranging from disorderly conduct and welfare checks to a sexual offense at a local high school. Deputies were dispatched to multiple locations throughout the county, including Chillicothe, Frankfort, and Waverly, as they addressed public safety concerns, initiated investigations, and resolved several non-criminal matters. Here’s a breakdown of the day’s most notable incidents.
SO-P2404612 – Non-Criminal Incident
- Reported Date/Time: 09/19/24 9:50 AM
- Location: 3825 Mingo Rd, Chillicothe
- Narrative: Dispatched to a report of altered mental status. Contacted the caller, who advised her husband, who has dementia, had left the residence. Investigation ongoing.
SO-P2404613 – Disorderly Conduct
- Reported Date/Time: 09/19/24 11:59 AM
- Location: Seymour Rd, Chillicothe
- Narrative: Deputies responded to a disorderly conduct report. The individual causing the disturbance had left before officers arrived. Investigation ongoing.
SO-P2404614 – Non-Criminal Incident
- Reported Date/Time: 09/19/24 12:28 PM
- Location: W Springfield St, Frankfort
- Narrative: Dispatched in response to a reported overdose. Investigation started.
SO-P2404615 – Disorderly Conduct
- Reported Date/Time: 09/19/24 1:00 PM
- Location: Western Ave 3B, Chillicothe
- Narrative: Deputies responded to a report of a disorderly incident involving a firearm. The situation was de-escalated, and no further action was necessary.
SO-P2404617 – Menacing by Stalking (Sexual Motivation), Sexual Imposition
- Reported Date/Time: 09/19/24 1:48 PM
- Location: Southeastern High School
- Narrative: Deputies responded to a report of a sexual offense at Southeastern High School. An investigation is underway.
SO-P2404616 – Non-Criminal Incident
- Reported Date/Time: 09/19/24 2:09 PM
- Location: Sulphur Lick Rd, Frankfort
- Narrative: Dispatched for a welfare check. Investigation ongoing.
SO-P2404619 – Non-Criminal Incident
- Reported Date/Time: 09/19/24 3:56 PM
- Location: Perry Ln, Frankfort
- Narrative: Deputies responded to a juvenile-related incident where a child was not listening to their guardian. A report was taken.
SO-P2404618 – Non-Criminal Incident
- Reported Date/Time: 09/19/24 4:27 PM
- Location: Schaffer Rd, Waverly
- Narrative: A resident reported a drone flying over their property. Advised the caller to monitor the situation and report any suspicious activity.
SO-P2404620 – Disorderly Conduct, Obstructing Official Business, Criminal Trespass, Resisting Arrest
- Reported Date/Time: 09/19/24 5:54 PM
- Location: Scioto Woods Apartments, Western Ave, Chillicothe
- Narrative: Deputies responded to a trespass complaint involving a known male subject who was intoxicated and had previously been trespassed from the property. Investigation started.
SO-P2404621 – Telecommunications Harassment
- Reported Date/Time: 09/19/24 6:25 PM
- Location: Moon Rd, Greenfield
- Narrative: Caller reported receiving unwanted text messages and phone calls from a known male subject over two weeks ago. A report was taken for documentation.
SO-P2404622 – Theft
- Reported Date/Time: 09/19/24 7:34 PM
- Location: 3222 Trego Creek Rd Unit 3, Chillicothe
- Narrative: Deputies spoke with a male subject regarding a theft. Investigation is ongoing.
SO-P2404623 – Failure to Control Vehicle
- Reported Date/Time: 09/19/24 8:05 PM
- Location: SR-772 near Harris Station Rd, Ross County
- Narrative: Deputies responded to a motor vehicle accident where the driver failed to maintain control of the vehicle. Investigation is ongoing.
