The Ross County Sheriff’s Office reported a series of incidents on February 12, 2025, involving both non-criminal and criminal activities. Notably, the incidents included vehicle crashes, a natural death, a trespassing matter, telecommunications harassment, and an operation leading to an arrest for operating a vehicle impaired (OVI). Each incident was addressed appropriately by the authorities, with ongoing investigations where necessary.

Single Vehicle Crash on US 23

Case Number: SO-P2500668

On February 12, 2025, deputies were dispatched to US 23 in Chillicothe regarding a single vehicle crash. The incident was categorized as non-criminal.

Vehicle Slide-Off on US-23

Case Number: SO-P2500667

Deputies responded to a vehicle that slid off US-23 northbound, north of the US-35 split, on February 12, 2025. The vehicle was towed from the ditch, and no charges were filed.

Death Investigation on Meadow Dr

Case Number: SO-P2500669

Deputies were called to Meadow Dr in Chillicothe on February 12, 2025, for an unconscious 66-year-old male who was deceased upon arrival. No foul play is suspected in this non-suspicious death.

Trailer Impeding Plowing on Garman Ln

Case Number: SO-P2500671

On February 12, 2025, a trailer parked too closely to the roadway on Fordyce Rd in Bainbridge was reportedly hindering plowing efforts. The matter was deemed non-criminal.

Trespassing on Adena Rd

Case Number: SO-P2500670

Deputies were dispatched on February 12, 2025, to Adena Rd in Chillicothe following reports of an individual attempting to remove car parts without permission. The individual left prior to deputy arrival, and no charges were filed.

Stolen License Plates on Northlook Dr

Case Number: SO-P2500672

A report was filed on February 12, 2025, regarding stolen license plates in Chillicothe. The plates belonged to a vehicle sold years earlier, and no charges were filed.

Telecommunications Harassment on Hallsville Pike

Case Number: SO-P2500673

On February 12, 2025, deputies investigated a telecommunications harassment complaint in Kingston. A female reported receiving unwanted calls about life insurance. The investigation is ongoing.

Mental Health Evaluation on S Mulberry St

Case Number: SO-P2500675

Deputies responded to S Mulberry St in Chillicothe on February 12, 2025, to make contact with a male subject for a court-ordered mental health evaluation. An investigation commenced.

Traffic Incident on McGuire Rd

Case Number: SO-P2500674

The report indicates an incident occurred on McGuire Rd, Chillicothe, with no additional details provided in the narrative.

OVI Arrest on S Quarry St

Case Number: SO-P2500676

Deputy Williamson conducted a traffic stop in Bainbridge on February 12, 2025, for a black truck operating with only one headlight on S Quarry St. An arrest was made for operating a vehicle impaired (OVI) and headlight violation.

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