Today’s incidents in Ross County included a range of offenses and reports, from traffic violations and missing juveniles to more severe cases such as shootings and house fires. Multiple disorderly conduct incidents required law enforcement attention, along with reports of vandalism and trespassing. Despite the variety of incidents, police officers handled each situation according to protocol, ensuring investigations where necessary.

Operating Motor Vehicle With Invalid Plate

Case Number: SO-P2502989

On July 5, 2025, Deputy Morgan conducted a traffic stop on McArthur St in Chillicothe for multiple traffic violations, leading to the driver’s arrest for OVI (Operating a Vehicle under the Influence).

Missing Person Report

Case Number: SO-P2502990

Deputy Jackson took a phone report regarding a missing juvenile on Chambliss Rd, Bainbridge. The juvenile was entered into LEADS as a missing person.

Harassment at Local Business

Case Number: SO-P2502991

On July 5, 2025, Sgt Dutcher was dispatched to Whit’s in Chillicothe, where a male was harassing customers and barred from the property.

Criminal Trespass Report

Case Number: SO-P2502992

An investigation was initiated on July 5, 2025, after a trespassing report on Moss Hollow Rd in Chillicothe.

Driving Under Suspension

Case Number: SO-P2502993

Deputy Stanley issued a traffic citation on July 5, 2025, for driving under suspension on SR-104 in Chillicothe.

Suicidal Threats

Case Number: SO-P2502994

On July 5, 2025, Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to a residence on Sugar Tree Rd, Chillicothe, concerning suicidal threats.

Recovered Stolen Vehicle

Case Number: SO-P2502996

Deputy Morgan responded to 1957 Western Ave in Chillicothe on July 5, 2025, where a stolen vehicle was located and a non-criminal report was filed.

Disorderly Conduct on Schrake Road

Case Number: SO-P2502995

Deputy Stanley responded to a disorderly conduct incident on Schrake Road in Chillicothe on July 5, 2025.

Criminal Mischief Report

Case Number: SO-P2502997

On July 5, 2025, Deputy Morgan took a report of vehicle vandalism in the 2000 Block of Rozelle Creek Rd, Chillicothe. There are no suspects at this time.

Shooting Investigation

Case Number: SO-P2502998

Sgt Dutcher began an investigation into a shooting on July 5, 2025, in the 2100 block of Massieville Rd, Chillicothe.

Disorderly Conduct in Trailer Court

Case Number: SO-P2502999

Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to a disorderly conduct incident at Queen City Trailer Court in Chillicothe on July 5, 2025.

House Fire Response

Case Number: SO-P2503001

Deputy Stanley responded to a non-criminal house fire incident on North Second Street in Frankfort on July 6, 2025.

Disorderly Conduct During Child Exchange

Case Number: SO-P2503000

Deputy Morgan responded to a disorderly conduct complaint during a child exchange in the 2000 Block of Western Ave, Chillicothe, on July 5, 2025.

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