ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Ross County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a variety of incidents on October 14, 2024, including traffic stops for speeding, non-criminal complaints, and more serious cases such as theft and an aggravated burglary involving a deadly weapon. Deputies were also dispatched to investigate an unresponsive male, later declared deceased, as well as a juvenile complaint at Adena Regional Medical Center. Several investigations remain ongoing, with citations issued for traffic violations and theft-related incidents.
Case Number: SO-P2404983
Offense: Speeding – 60 MPH
Reported Date/Time: 10/14/24 12:53 AM
Location: Bridge Street, Chillicothe
Narrative:
On October 14, 2024, at 12:53 AM, Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on US-35 near Bridge Street. The driver was cited for speeding at 60 MPH in a posted zone.
Case Number: SO-P2404984
Offense: Speeding – 70 MPH (Freeway Outside Urban Area)
Reported Date/Time: 10/14/24 01:14 AM
Location: US 35, Chillicothe
Narrative:
At 1:14 AM on October 14, 2024, while patrolling US-35, Deputy observed a traffic violation. A stop was initiated, and a citation was issued for speeding at 70 MPH in a non-urban area.
Case Number: SO-P2404985
Offense: Non-Criminal
Reported Date/Time: 10/14/24 07:25 AM
Location: Chapel Creek Rd, Kingston
Narrative:
On the morning of October 14, 2024, at 7:25 AM, deputies were dispatched to Chapel Creek/Dry Run Rd to respond to a non-criminal call to dispatch a deer.
Case Number: SO-P2404987
Offense: Non-Criminal
Reported Date/Time: 10/14/24 08:30 AM
Location: Kingston-Adelphi Rd, Kingston
Narrative:
At 8:30 AM, deputies responded to a non-criminal complaint in the 7200 block of Kingston-Adelphi Rd. The issue was resolved without further action.
Case Number: SO-P2404986
Offense: Assisting Agency – Search Warrant
Reported Date/Time: 10/14/24 08:37 AM
Location: Liberty Hill Rd, Chillicothe
Narrative:
On October 14, 2024, deputies assisted the Chillicothe Police Department with executing a search warrant at 3494 Liberty Hill Rd in Ross County. Investigation ongoing.
Case Number: SO-P2404988
Offense: Trespass Complaint
Reported Date/Time: 10/14/24 09:43 AM
Location: Cauble Ln, Chillicothe
Narrative:
At 9:43 AM, deputies were dispatched to Cauble Ln for a trespass complaint. The incident remains under investigation.
Case Number: SO-P2404989
Offense: Death Investigation (Non-Suspicious)
Reported Date/Time: 10/14/24 10:37 AM
Location: Albright Mill Rd, Chillicothe
Narrative:
On October 14, 2024, at 10:37 AM, Sgt. McGoye and Dep. Speakman were dispatched to a residence on Albright Mill Rd for a report of an unresponsive adult male. EMS arrived first and pronounced the male deceased. A death investigation was initiated, and foul play is not suspected.
Case Number: SO-P2404990
Offense: Non-Criminal (ATV Crash)
Reported Date/Time: 10/14/24 11:28 AM
Location: CR 550, Frankfort
Narrative:
At 11:28 AM on October 14, 2024, Deputy Speakman responded to an ATV crash on private property at 5680 CR-550. The driver, Susan Sommers, suffered an injury after falling from her ATV while racing her dog. Concord EMS arrived on the scene and transported her to ARMC for treatment. No report was requested for the ATV, but the incident was documented.
Case Number: SO-P2404991
Offense: Theft – Use of Fake Currency
Reported Date/Time: 10/14/24 01:25 PM
Location: SR-772, Waverly
Narrative:
On October 14, 2024, at 1:25 PM, Deputy Speakman was dispatched to 2969 SR-772 regarding a theft. Tulsi Patel reported that a male suspect had used a counterfeit $100 bill to purchase two $4 lottery tickets. Investigation ongoing.
Case Number: SO-P2404992
Offense: Theft from Motor Vehicle
Reported Date/Time: 10/14/24 01:40 PM
Location: W Hydell Rd, Chillicothe
Narrative:
At 1:40 PM on October 14, 2024, deputies responded to a theft from a motor vehicle on West Hydell Rd. The investigation is ongoing.
Case Number: SO-P2404993
Offense: Aggravated Burglary – Armed with Deadly Weapon
Reported Date/Time: 10/14/24 07:26 PM
Location: Anderson Station Rd, Chillicothe
Narrative:
On the evening of October 14, 2024, at 7:26 PM, Deputies Rush and Weaver were dispatched to Anderson Station Rd for a reported active burglary involving a deadly weapon. The investigation is ongoing.
Case Number: SO-P2404994
Offense: Non-Criminal (Juvenile Complaint)
Reported Date/Time: 10/14/24 07:31 PM
Location: Pleasant Valley Rd, Chillicothe
Narrative:
At 7:31 PM on October 14, 2024, Deputy Rush responded to a juvenile complaint at Adena Regional Medical Center. Investigation continues.
Case Number: SO-P2404995
Offense: Disorderly Conduct
Reported Date/Time: 10/14/24 11:28 PM
Location: SR 180, Kingston
Narrative:
On October 14, 2024, at 11:28 PM, Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to a residence on SR 180 for a report of disorderly conduct. The situation was resolved at the scene.