On May 16, 2025, the RCSO handled a range of incidents, including reports of scams, shoplifting, domestic violence, non-criminal disputes, a suspicious death, and traffic violations. Here is a summary of the day’s cases:

Scam Complaint

Case Number: SO-P2502167

On May 16, 2025, Sgt. Dutcher responded to a scam complaint reported via phone. The incident occurred on Goodhope Rd, Washington Court House.

Shoplifting Incident

Case Number: SO-P2502169

A shoplifting theft was reported on E Main St, Bainbridge, on May 16, 2025.

Domestic Violence Arrest

Case Number: SO-P2502170

An arrest for domestic violence was made following a threats complaint on Malone Rd, Chillicothe, on May 16, 2025.

Possible Fraud Investigation

Case Number: SO-P2502172

An investigation into a possible fraud involving a forged car title was initiated on Camelin Hill Rd, Chillicothe, on May 17, 2025.

Assault and Domestic Violence Case

Case Number: SO-P2502176

An investigation into a domestic violence and assault case began on May 16, 2025, on State Route 28, Frankfort, involving threats and strangulation.

Custody Dispute

Case Number: SO-P2502173

A custody dispute was addressed on Apollo Ln, Chillicothe, on May 16, 2025, with involved parties advised on legal procedures.

Non-Criminal Complaint Resolution

Case Number: SO-P2502174

A non-criminal complaint on Massieville Rd, Chillicothe, was resolved on May 16, 2025.

Suspicious Death Investigation

Case Number: SO-P2502175

On May 16, 2025, a suspicious death was reported on County Rd 550, Ross County, instigating an investigation with witness interviews.

Non-Criminal Incident Report

Case Number: SO-P2502177

Deputy Jackson filed a report for a non-criminal complaint on SR-772, Chillicothe, on May 16, 2025.

Possible Trespass Investigation

Case Number: SO-P2502178

Potential trespassing was investigated on SR-28, Frankfort, on May 16, 2025, following reports of a search for a stolen vehicle.

Traffic Violation Citation

Case Number: SO-P2502179

A driver received a citation for not wearing a seatbelt during a traffic stop for equipment violation on US-23, Chillicothe, on May 16, 2025.

Speeding and Evasion

Case Number: SO-P2502181

On May 16, 2025, a motorcycle evaded a traffic stop for speeding on SR 772, Chillicothe. The pursuit was called off. A related vehicle faced citations for fictitious plates and was towed.

Shooting Complaint

Case Number: SO-P2502182

Deputy Jackson responded to a shooting complaint on Trego Creek Rd, Chillicothe, on May 16, 2025, but no current leads were available.

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