CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The following is a summary of significant incidents handled by the Ross County Sheriff’s Office on November 5, 2024. This report includes arrests, investigations, and notable incidents as recorded in Chillicothe and surrounding areas.
11/05/24 12:28 a.m. – OVI
An officer patrolling near E. 2nd Street in Chillicothe observed a vehicle exiting McDonald’s, crossing 2nd Street, and striking a fence. Investigation for OVI led to an arrest.
11/05/24 12:56 a.m. – Missing Person
Sgt. Riege responded to Musgrove Rd regarding a missing person report. A caller reported that his father, who has dementia, walked away from the residence and had not returned. Investigation ongoing.
11/05/24 1:26 a.m. – Disorderly Conduct
Deputies were dispatched to Woods Hollow Rd for a disorderly conduct complaint. Issue resolved on the scene.
11/05/24 12:26 p.m. – Non-Criminal Incident
Deputies responded to CR 550 for a report of an injured deer. The deer was found severely injured. Investigation initiated.
11/05/24 12:30 p.m. – Mental Health Concern
Deputy Nott encountered an elderly man crawling along State Route 159. The individual was identified and transported to Adena Regional Medical Center.
11/05/24 2:18 p.m. – Theft Without Consent
Dottie M. Gainer reported her debit account was compromised with fraudulent activity.
11/05/24 5:41 p.m. – Non-Suspicious Death
Deputies were dispatched to Bowdle Rd in Chillicothe regarding a non-suspicious death.
11/05/24 7:09 p.m. – Non-Criminal Issue
A complainant on Western Ave reported a non-criminal issue. Investigation remains open.
11/05/24 7:25 p.m. – Non-Criminal Incident
Sgt. Riege responded to SR 104 near John Dr for a deer accident where the involved vehicle caught fire. Investigation commenced.
Total Reports: 9