On July 24, 2025, Ross County Sheriff’s Office was involved in 14 incidents. The majority of these cases involved non-criminal activities and traffic violations, while some cases noted involvement in criminal investigations, such as disorderly conduct and menacing. Below is a detailed summary of each incident based on the reported facts.
Male Subject Struck by Car on North Bridge Street
Case Number: SO-P2503270
On July 24, 2025, Deputy Stanley reported a non-criminal incident where a male was struck by a car on North Bridge Street near US-35 in Ross County.
Driving Under Suspension on North Paint Street
Case Number: SO-P2503271
Deputy Williamson stopped a female driver around 12:37 AM on July 24, 2025, for operating a vehicle with a suspended driver’s license on North Paint Street, Chillicothe. A citation was issued.
Traffic Stop for No Tail Lights on Pleasant Valley Road
Case Number: SO-P2503272
Deputy Stanley issued a traffic citation on Pleasant Valley Road, Ross County, during a stop for no tail lights on July 24, 2025.
Subject Loitering at Mental Health Facility
Case Number: SO-P2503273
Authorities responded to a report of a subject loitering at Scioto Paint Valley Mental Health in Chillicothe. The investigation was initiated on July 24, 2025.
Vandalism Reported on North Main Street, Frankfort
Case Number: SO-P2503274
On July 24, 2025, authorities responded to reports of vandalism on North Main Street, Frankfort; however, the incident was non-criminal in nature, and an investigation was started.
Juvenile Sex Offense Investigation at Scioto Woods
Case Number: SO-P2503275
Sgt. Dutcher initiated an investigation on a juvenile sex offense at Scioto Woods, Chillicothe, on July 24, 2025.
Complaint Addressed on West Patrician Court
Case Number: SO-P2503276
Deputy JoHansen responded to a complaint on West Patrician Court, Chillicothe, on July 24, 2025. The incident was noted as non-criminal.
Vehicle Fire on West Main Street, Bainbridge
Case Number: SO-P2503277
Deputy Jackson addressed a vehicle fire on West Main Street, Bainbridge, on July 24, 2025. Contact was made with the vehicle and homeowners, and photos were taken.
Driving Under Suspension due to Child Support on Massieville Road
Case Number: SO-P2503279
Deputy Stanley conducted a traffic stop on Massieville Road, Chillicothe, issuing a citation for driving under suspension for unresolved child support and unpaid fines on July 24, 2025.
Menacing by Stalking and Trespassing on Walnut Creek Road
Case Number: SO-P2503280
Authorities were dispatched to a trespassing complaint on Walnut Creek Road, Kingston. An investigation for menacing by stalking and drug paraphernalia was initiated on July 24, 2025.
OVI and Drug Paraphernalia Arrest on Massieville Road
Case Number: SO-P2503281
Deputy Stanley arrested a driver for OVI and a passenger for drug paraphernalia possession during a traffic stop on Massieville Road, Chillicothe, on July 24, 2025.
Warrant Served for Ryan Wurtzel on Hough Road
Case Number: SO-P2503283
On July 24, 2025, a warrant was served on Ryan Wurtzel on Hough Road, Chillicothe.
Disorderly Conduct Complaint on Woodland Drive
Case Number: SO-P2503284
Deputy O’Bomsawin investigated a disorderly conduct complaint involving threats on Woodland Drive, Chillicothe, on July 24, 2025.
Note: Case SO-P2503282 was issued in error, with the Ohio State Patrol handling the related crash report.