Today, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office reported a diverse range of incidents, including assaults, non-suspicious deaths, and several cases of disorderly conduct, alongside non-criminal matters. Many cases involved the initiation of investigations, while others were resolved without suspicion.

Assault Incident on Eastern Ave, Chillicothe

Case Number: SO-P2501641

Deputies were dispatched to Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe to take a report of an assault that occurred earlier in the night.

Non-Suspicious Death on Shawnee St, Bainbridge

Case Number: SO-P2501642

Deputy O’Bomsawin responded to a possible DOA on Shawnee Street in Bainbridge. The death was later classified as non-suspicious.

Vehicle Taken Without Permission on Marietta Rd, Chillicothe

Case Number: SO-P2501643

Authorities began an investigation after a complaint was made about a vehicle taken without permission by the complainant’s husband on Marietta Road in Chillicothe.

Telecommunications Harassment on Hartwood Rd, Chillicothe

Case Number: SO-P2501646

A menacing complaint led to a pending investigation on Hartwood Road on April 12, 2025.

Unfounded Assault Claim on Broadway St, South Salem

Case Number: SO-P2501645

A possible assault reported in the 101 hallway in South Salem was found to be unfounded, closing the case.

Breaking and Entering on Westfall Rd, Chillicothe

Case Number: SO-P2501647

Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to Westfall Road for a reported breaking and entering incident.

Insurance Fraud Investigation from Seip Rd, Chillicothe

Case Number: SO-P2501649

An investigation was initiated following a report of possible insurance fraud on Seip Road.

Disorderly Conduct on Glenn Dr, Chillicothe

Case Number: SO-P2501650

Citations were issued after a disorderly conduct complaint was addressed on Glenn Drive.

Traffic Violation on Black Run Rd, Chillicothe

Case Number: SO-P2501655

A traffic stop for failing to use a turn signal on Black Run Road resulted in a citation.

Intoxicated Disorderly Conduct on Bridge St, Chillicothe

Case Number: SO-P2501656

On Bridge Street, a male subject was arrested for disorderly conduct after being found intoxicated and creating a risk for harm.

Accident Leaving Scene on Moss Hollow Rd, Chillicothe

Case Number: SO-P2501659

Deputy Williamson responded to Moss Hollow Road where a vehicle appeared to have hit a tree. An investigation into the incident is underway.

Structure Fire on Minnehan Bend Rd, Bainbridge

Case Number: SO-P2501658

Deputies responded to a structure fire on Minnehan Bend Road, Bainbridge. The residence and neighbors extinguished the fire before emergency personnel arrived, and no injuries were reported.

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