Overall Summary for December 19, 2024:
On December 19, 2024, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to various incidents, including welfare checks, thefts, vandalism, non-criminal activities, false alarms, and more serious offenses such as telecommunications harassment and endangering children. The day’s activities highlight the diverse challenges faced by law enforcement officers, ranging from routine checks to complex investigations.
Welfare Check on Keran Street
Case Number: SO-P2406001
On December 19, 2024, officers were dispatched to 11533 Keran St. in South Salem for a welfare check on a child who had not attended school for some time.
Assistance to EMS on SR-180
Case Number: SO-P2406002
On December 19, 2024, Deputy Morgan assisted EMS personnel in the area of SR-180 in Chillicothe.
Theft at Polk Hollow Road
Case Number: SO-P2406003
A theft was reported on December 19, 2024, at 3005 Polk Hollow Rd. in Chillicothe. An investigation ensued following the report.
Vandalism at Valley Road
Case Number: SO-P2406004
On December 18, 2024, vandalism occurred at Summit Hill Grocery on SR 772, Valley Rd., Waverly, involving damage valued at $500 or more.
Support for Stolen Vehicle Recovery
Case Number: SO-P2406005
Deputy Morgan provided assistance regarding a stolen vehicle on December 19, 2024, along the 1000 Block of US-23.
Abandoned Vehicle on Polk Hollow Road
Case Number: SO-P2406007
On December 19, 2024, deputies responded to Polk Hollow Rd. and Western Ave. in Chillicothe, where an abandoned vehicle was partially blocking the roadway.
Motor Vehicle Theft on US-50
Case Number: SO-P2406008
A motor vehicle theft was reported on US-50 in Bainbridge on December 19, 2024, prompting Deputy Stanley’s response.
False Alarms on Keiser Road
Case Number: SO-P2406009
Deputy Morgan investigated reports of gunfire on Keiser Rd. in Waverly on December 19, 2024, which were ultimately determined to be false.
Telecommunications Harassment on N Second Street
Case Number: SO-P2406011
Deputy O’Bomsawin responded to a threats complaint via telecommunications at a residence on North Second Street in Frankfort on December 19, 2024.
Missing Person and Suicidal Concerns on John Dr
Case Number: SO-P2406010
Responding to a report of a suicidal individual, officers discovered a missing person case on John Dr., Chillicothe, on December 19, 2024.
Child Endangerment at ARMC
Case Number: SO-P2406013
An investigation began on December 19, 2024, after a child endangerment complaint at Adena Regional Medical Center in Chillicothe.
Possible Assault at ARMC
Case Number: SO-P2406012
Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to Adena Regional Medical Center for a possible assault on December 19, 2024.
Telecommunications Harassment on Biers Run
Case Number: SO-P2406014
On December 19, 2024, a threats complaint led Deputy O’Bomsawin to a residence on Biers Run, Chillicothe, for an investigation related to harassment.
Suspicious Vehicle on Shawnee Street
Case Number: SO-P2406015
A vehicle on Shawnee Street, Bainbridge, was under investigation on December 19, 2024, for possessing drug abuse instruments and an ongoing OVI (Operating a Vehicle Impaired) situation.