Today, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office received multiple reports ranging from alcohol-related offenses and criminal mischief to non-criminal incidents. Below are summaries of each case:

Traffic Stop Results in OVI Arrest

Case Number: SO-P2500615

On February 9, 2025, Deputy Morgan conducted a traffic stop on SR-28 WB, Ross County, leading to the arrest of the driver for Operating a Vehicle Impaired (OVI).

Abandoned Vehicle Found on Rapid Forge Road

Case Number: SO-P2500617

Sgt. Champion responded to Rapid Forge Road, Greenfield, regarding an abandoned vehicle. The vehicle’s owner, Michael Lockhart, arranged for it to be towed.

Open Door Report at Riffle Machine

Case Number: SO-P2500616

A passerby reported an open door at Riffle Machine in Chillicothe. Upon investigation, no criminal activity was discovered.

Juvenile Menacing Incident

Case Number: SO-P2500619

Deputies responded to a menacing complaint involving a disorderly juvenile on SR 28 in Frankfort.

Mother-Daughter Domestic Complaint

Case Number: SO-P2500621

A domestic issue was reported in Chillicothe, where a mother wanted her daughter out of the house. No criminal activity was involved.

Breaking and Entering on Old Route 35

Case Number: SO-P2500623

A business on Old Route 35, Chillicothe, was broken into. Surveillance showed two suspects stealing property. The case is under investigation.

Theft Complaint on N. Paint St

Case Number: SO-P2500622

Deputies received a theft complaint from N. Paint St in Bainbridge. The investigation is ongoing.

Vandalism Report on Trego Creek Road

Case Number: SO-P2500624

A vandalism report was filed from Trego Creek Road in Chillicothe, with no suspects identified.

Mailbox Destroyed in Laurelville

Case Number: SO-P2500625

Leta Lowery reported criminal mischief when her mailbox was destroyed by an unknown vehicle on 2221 SR 180, Laurelville. The investigation continues.

Shoplifting at Family Dollar

Case Number: SO-P2500626

Deputy Morgan is investigating a shoplifting incident at the Family Dollar in Londonderry, Ross County. The investigation is still open.

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