The Ross County Sheriff’s Office reported a diverse range of incidents on February 8, 2025, including drug-related arrests, motor vehicle thefts, domestic violence disputes, and non-criminal reports such as open burning and harassment. Below are the detailed summaries of each case for the day.

Drug Paraphernalia and Possession

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On February 8, 2025, at approximately 1:53 AM, Deputy Morgan conducted a traffic stop in the 700 block of N Bridge St, Chillicothe, for an equipment violation. Suspected narcotics were found, leading to the driver’s arrest.

Burglary and Drug Possession

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At 2:13 AM, Sgt. Riege and Deputies Ramsey and Nott were dispatched to the Ross County Sheriff’s Office Impound Lot due to a burglary alarm. Possession of drugs, motor vehicle theft, vandalism, breaking and entering, and illegal use or possession of drug paraphernalia were involved.

Missing Person Located

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A missing elderly male reported on State Route 207 was found by his daughter before Deputy arrival. Contact was made with all involved parties, and a non-criminal report was written.

Structure Fire Report

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A non-criminal report was made for a structure fire on Blain Highway after dispatch on February 8, 2025.

Juvenile Complaint Investigation

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Deputy Woodbridge responded to a juvenile complaint on Concord Street, Adelphi, initiating an investigation into the matter.

Tow Truck Theft

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Sgt. Champion was dispatched to Old US-35 for a motor vehicle theft after a tow truck was reported stolen overnight. The vehicle was entered into LEADS as stolen, with investigation pending.

Open Burning Complaint

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Authorities were dispatched to Old Town Circle due to disturbances from a trash fire, leading to a non-criminal complaint.

Threats of Domestic Violence

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A domestic dispute involving threats was reported on Western Ave. involving the complainant’s husband making threats towards the family and property.

Theft Investigation

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Deputy Stanley responded to Shawnee Street, Bainbridge, to investigate a reported theft without consent.

Telecommunications Harassment

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A harassment complaint was filed on Hough Rd, Chillicothe, wherein the complainant received continuous harassing phone calls, leading to an investigation.

Non-Suspicious Death

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In Frankfort, Deputy response was required for an unresponsive female on Maple Street, initiating an investigation and report into the non-suspicious death.

Assault and Domestic Violence

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Authorities were dispatched to Mingo Rd, Chillicothe, after a woman reported being assaulted by her husband. An investigation ensued regarding the domestic violence incident.

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