The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to a variety of incidents on April 28, 2025, ranging from non-criminal reports to more serious allegations of domestic violence and theft. A number of cases involved vehicular incidents, unruly juveniles, and telecommunications harassment, underscoring the diverse nature of calls attended by law enforcement.
Fail to Control Vehicle
Case Number: SO-P2501887
On April 28, 2025, at approximately 10:04 AM, Sgt. Champion responded to an incident at the intersection of US-23 and Trego Creek Rd in Chillicothe. A vehicle lost control while turning, crossed the center line, left the road, and struck a guardrail head-on.
Non Criminal – Breach of Contract
Case Number: SO-P2501888
On the same day, law enforcement was dispatched to a residence on SR 207 in Chillicothe to address a breach of contract complaint.
Discharge of Firearm on or Near Prohibited Premises
Case Number: SO-P2501890
Authorities initiated an investigation on April 28, 2025, following a vandalism complaint involving firearm discharge in the 9700 Block of SR-159, Chillicothe.
Unruly Child
Case Number: SO-P2501892
A complaint involving an unruly child led officers to respond on April 28, 2025, to the law complex lobby for an incident that occurred on Arch St., Chillicothe.
Telecommunications Harassment
Case Number: SO-P2501891
On April 28, 2025, Sgt. Champion began investigating telecommunications harassment on Apollo Ln, Chillicothe, involving threatening messages sent to a juvenile.
Unruly Child
Case Number: SO-P2501895
Sgt. Champion addressed an unruly juvenile complaint at Mt. Zion Rd., Chillicothe, on April 28, 2025. A 13-year-old was given a verbal warning after acting dangerously on the roadway.
Aggravated Menacing
Case Number: SO-P2501897
An aggravated menacing report was filed on April 28, 2025, at the Law Enforcement Complex in Chillicothe, where a complainant reported receiving threats from an ex-boyfriend via text.
Domestic Violence; Violate Protection Order
Case Number: SO-P2501899
On April 28, 2025, law enforcement responded to Hartwood Rd., Chillicothe, to investigate a domestic dispute where a grandson allegedly pursued a known male with a water shutoff tool.
Non Criminal – Missing Juveniles
Case Number: SO-P2501898
Deputy Nott was dispatched to Clayton Mills Cir, South Salem, on April 28, 2025, for a report of two missing juveniles, both of whom were later found and returned to their parents.
Non Criminal – Missing Person
Case Number: SO-P2501900
On April 28, 2025, authorities launched an investigation into a possible missing person case at Adena Regional Medical Center, Chillicothe, after a woman had not been seen or heard from since the previous evening.
Non Criminal – Vehicle Fire
Case Number: SO-P2501902
Officer Morgan responded to a vehicle fire on US-23 near Rozelle Creek, Chillicothe, on April 28, 2025. No criminal activity was reported.
Unruly Juvenile Offenses
Case Number: SO-P2501903
Deputy Nott addressed an unruly juvenile situation on Ginger Hill Rd., Chillicothe, on April 28, 2025. The parents declined to press charges.
Theft Without Consent
Case Number: SO-P2501901
Deputy Jackson handled a theft complaint via phone on April 28, 2025, for an incident on Westfall Rd., South Salem. The complainant will receive a report in due course.