On March 1, 2025, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office reported a series of incidents, including traffic violations, drug overdoses, and disorderly conducts. There were also reports of non-criminal events, an arrest for operating a vehicle under the influence, and a case of resisting arrest. Notably, investigations were launched for a violated protection order and a non-suspicious death.
Traffic Stop and Vehicle Fleeing
Case Number: SO-P2500941
On March 1, 2025, Sgt Dutcher attempted to stop a motorcycle for speeding and failing to signal lane changes near Pleasant Valley in Chillicothe. The motorcycle fled the scene.
Resisting Arrest and Disorderly Conduct
Case Number: SO-P2500942
Deputy Woodbridge responded to the 800 block of Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe on March 1, 2025, for a disorderly conduct. An arrest was made for disorderly intoxication.
Injured Deer Euthanized
Case Number: SO-P2500943
Deputy Stanley was dispatched to US-50 West on March 1, 2025, regarding an injured deer on the roadway in Chillicothe. The deer was euthanized.
Obstructing Justice and Vehicle Control Under Influence
Case Number: SO-P2500945
Deputy Williamson observed a vehicle at a cemetery on Liberty Hill Rd, Chillicothe on March 1, 2025. A female occupant was arrested for obstructing justice and having control of a vehicle under the influence.
Drug Overdose
Case Number: SO-P2500944
Sgt Dutcher responded to a drug overdose on Toad Hollow Rd, Chillicothe, on March 1, 2025. A female was administered Narcan.
Driving Under Suspension
Case Number: SO-P2500946
Deputy Morgan conducted a traffic stop on S Bridge St, Chillicothe, for an equipment violation on March 1, 2025. The driver received a citation for driving under suspension and the vehicle was towed.
Overdose in Wooded Area
Case Number: SO-P2500947
Deputy Johansen was dispatched to a drug overdose in a wooded area behind 692 Eastern Ave, Chillicothe, on March 1, 2025.
Invalid Vehicle Plate
Case Number: SO-P2500948
On March 1, 2025, Deputy Morgan conducted a traffic stop on US-23 near Main St, Chillicothe, for an equipment violation. A citation was issued for fictitious plates, and the vehicle was towed.
Welfare Check
Case Number: SO-P2500949
A welfare check was conducted on Delano Road, Chillicothe, on March 1, 2025.
Protection Order Violation
Case Number: SO-P2500950
On March 1, 2025, a protection order violation was reported over the phone. An investigation was opened.
Improper Turn and Driving Under Suspension
Case Number: SO-P2500951
A traffic stop was conducted by Deputy Morgan on US-159, Chillicothe, on March 1, 2025, for a moving violation. A citation for driving under suspension was issued.
Non-Suspicious Death Investigation
Case Number: SO-P2500952
Deputies responded to a hospital for a non-suspicious death on March 1, 2025, after markings were found on a patient brought in by a squad.
Disorderly Conduct and Assault
Case Number: SO-P2500953
Sgt Dutcher dealt with an incident involving disorderly conduct and assault in the 1600 block of Scott Rd, Frankfort, on March 1, 2025. An EMS member was assaulted, and an arrest followed.
Disorderly Conduct Over Custody Dispute
Case Number: SO-P2500954
On March 1, 2025, Sgt Dutcher was dispatched to the 15000 block of Pleasant Valley Rd, Chillicothe, for a disorderly conduct stemming from a child custody argument.
OVI Arrest
Case Number: SO-P2500956
Deputy Stanley conducted a traffic stop in Frankfort for failure to stay in marked lanes on March 1, 2025. A subsequent OVI arrest was made after observing signs of driver impairment.