Today’s incidents reported by the Ross County Sheriff’s Office cover a range of activities, from traffic-related offenses and theft to non-criminal reports and more serious allegations. The following are detailed summaries of each case:

OVI and Intimidation Arrest on Main Street

Case Number: SO-P2500414

On January 28, 2025, at approximately 1:49 AM, deputies conducted a traffic stop on East Main Street, Chillicothe, resulting in an OVI arrest and charges of intimidation, failure to yield, and driving under suspension.

Theft of Utility Trailer on Brown Avenue

Case Number: SO-P2500415

Dennis M. Depugh reported the theft of his homemade utility trailer on January 28, 2025. The incident occurred on Brown Avenue, Chillicothe, with no currently known suspects.

Warrant Arrest on SR 104

Case Number: SO-P2500417

On January 28, 2025, a male with a warrant for drug possession was arrested on SR 104, Chillicothe. Deputies transported Charles Burns III to the Ross County Jail following the arrest.

Assistance with Custody Removal in Frankfort

Case Number: SO-P2500418

Deputy JoHansen assisted with an ex parte custody removal at the Frankfort Sub-station on January 28, 2025. This incident was deemed non-criminal.

Non-Criminal Investigation on US-50

Case Number: SO-P2500419

On January 28, 2025, deputies responded to a call on US-50 in Chillicothe for a non-criminal inquiry initiated by a man seeking law enforcement assistance.

Animal Trespass on Sever Road

Case Number: SO-P2500421

Deputies investigated reports of cattle trespassing onto a resident’s property on January 28, 2025, in Frankfort, prompting official action to address the issue.

Criminal Mischief on Crouse Chapel Road

Case Number: SO-P2500420

Brenda Laucher reported to deputies on January 28, 2025, that her car window was broken, likely indicating an act of vandalism or criminal mischief in Chillicothe.

Trespass Complaint in Londonderry

Case Number: SO-P2500422

Deputies received a trespass complaint and commenced an investigation on January 28, 2025, on SR-327 in Londonderry, marking it as a non-criminal report.

Drugs and Trespassing on Main Street, Bainbridge

Case Number: SO-P2500423

A drug possession and criminal trespass incident was investigated on January 28, 2025, on Main Street, Bainbridge, following a complaint.

Sexual Assault Report on Page Road

Case Number: SO-P2500424

On January 28, 2025, a report of gross sexual imposition was made by a female subject on Page Road, Chillicothe. The investigation is ongoing.

Harassment Complaint on Page Road

Case Number: SO-P2500425

Deputies responded to a harassment complaint on January 28, 2025, on Page Road, Chillicothe, and launched an investigation into the matter.

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