In a series of incidents reported on January 14, 2025, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to various calls including traffic violations, thefts, harassment, and more serious offenses such as weapon-related and domestic violence incidents. Investigations were initiated in most cases with several resulting in citations or arrests. Below are summaries of the day’s individual incidents:
Traffic Stop for Operating Without License
Case Number: SO-P2500185
On January 14, 2025, Deputy Stanley conducted a traffic stop on US-23 near Cauble Lane in Chillicothe for operating a motor vehicle without a valid license.
Failure to Dim Headlights and Evading Police
Case Number: SO-P2500186
Sgt Dutcher attempted a traffic stop on E Main St, Chillicothe after a blue Kia failed to dim its headlights. The driver ignored the stop, continued to a fast-food location, and an investigation was initiated.
Assistance Requested in Pursuit
Case Number: SO-P2500187
Deputies were called to assist the Ohio State Patrol in a pursuit occurring on SR 772 in Chillicothe on January 14, 2025.
Non-Criminal Complaint Investigation
Case Number: SO-P2500188
Deputy Woodbridge responded to a non-criminal complaint on US-23 in Waverly on January 14, 2025, initiating an investigation.
Second Traffic Stop for Invalid License
Case Number: SO-P2500189
Deputy JoHansen conducted a stop on US-35 near High Street, Chillicothe, resulting in a citation for driving without a valid license on January 14, 2025.
Non-Suspicious Death Investigation
Case Number: SO-P2500190
An investigation was opened after deputies were dispatched to Lower Twin Road, Chillicothe on January 14, 2025, regarding a reported non-suspicious death.
Criminal Mischief Complaint
Case Number: SO-P2500191
Deputy JoHansen attended a criminal mischief complaint on Western Ave in Chillicothe on January 14, 2025.
Reckless Driving Resolved
Case Number: SO-P2500193
Deputies addressed a reckless driving incident near OH-104 & OH-207, Chillicothe. The case concluded as resolved on January 14, 2025.
Theft of Firearm Reported
Case Number: SO-P2500192
Michael E. Climer reported the theft of his Taurus “Judge” Revolver on January 14, 2025, prompting an investigation.
Harassment Complaint Filed
Case Number: SO-P2500195
Amanda D. Karr reported harassment by Rick Leadingham from S Main St, Kingston. The report was filed on January 14, 2025.
Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest
Case Number: SO-P2500194
Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on Pleasant Valley Rd, Chillicothe on January 14, 2025, leading to an arrest and citation for multiple offenses.
Disorderly Conduct Complaint
Case Number: SO-P2500196
A disorderly conduct complaint on Trego Creek Rd, Chillicothe led to parties being warned and the case closed as unfounded on January 14, 2025.
Telecommunications Harassment
Case Number: SO-P2500200
Deputy Williamson investigated a telecommunications harassment complaint on Anderson Station Rd, Chillicothe on January 14, 2025.
Suspicious Individual Investigation
Case Number: SO-P2500199
Sgt Dutcher investigated a suspicious male displaying unusual behavior on N Bridge St, Chillicothe on January 14, 2025.
Juvenile Complaint Investigation
Case Number: SO-P2500201
Deputies responded to and began investigating a juvenile complaint on State Route 28, Frankfort on January 14, 2025.
Missing Person Reported
Case Number: SO-P2500202
A missing person report dispatched to Albright Mill Rd, Chillicothe was initiated by Deputy Williamson on January 14, 2025.
Domestic Violence and Weapon Use
Case Number: SO-P2500203
An arrest was made following a domestic violence incident involving weapon use on Pleasant Valley Rd, Chillicothe on January 14, 2025.