On September 18, 2025, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office handled a series of incidents, ranging from drug possession and assaults to non-criminal welfare checks and court-ordered treatment orders. The day’s activities required multiple officers and support units, including K9 assistance, and led to several investigations, arrests, and the involvement of external entities such as Adult Protective Services and the VA Police Department.
Incident: Tampering with Evidence and Possession of Drugs
Case Number: SO-P2504258
On September 18, 2025, Deputy O’Bomsawin and K9 Filko supported the Ohio State Patrol during a traffic stop on Seip Road, Chillicothe. The incident involved charges of tampering with evidence and possession of drugs.
Incident: Escape and Assault
Case Number: SO-P2504259
An assault was reported on September 18, 2025, leading to an investigation on Cattail Road, Chillicothe, involving charges of escape and assault.
Incident: Telecommunications Harassment
Case Number: SO-P2504264
A complaint of telecommunications harassment was recorded on September 18, 2025, on Lunbeck Road, Chillicothe. The victim chose not to pursue charges, and the case was closed.
Incident: Welfare Check
Case Number: SO-P2504260
Deputies responded to a welfare check on Fout Road, Frankfort, on September 18, 2025. Conditions at the residence were concerning, leading to further reporting to Adult Protective Services.
Incident: Telecommunications Harassment
Case Number: SO-P2504261
On September 18, 2025, an investigation was initiated regarding telecommunications harassment on Wiles Lane, Richmond Dale.
Incident: Court-Ordered Mental Health Treatment
Case Number: SO-P2504263
Authorities executed a court order for mental health treatment on a resident of Mount Tabor Road, Chillicothe, on September 18, 2025.
Incident: Multiple Offenses Including Obstructing Official Business
Case Number: SO-P2504262
A theft-related incident on Narrows Road, Chillicothe, on September 18, 2025, involved charges including obstructing official business, resisting arrest, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Incident: Non-Suspicious Death
Case Number: SO-P2504265
On September 18, 2025, deputies responded to an overdose on Pleasant Valley Road, Chillicothe, classified as a non-suspicious death.
Incident: Menacing
Case Number: SO-P2504266
A menacing complaint on Moundsville Road, Chillicothe, led to a non-criminal investigation on September 18, 2025.
Incident: Possession of Drugs
Case Number: SO-P2504267
Deputies, with K9 assistance, managed a drug possession case during a traffic stop at a gas station on Eastern Ave, Chillicothe, on September 18, 2025.
Incident: Warrant Arrest
Case Number: SO-P2504268
A subject with a warrant was located on Narrows Road, Chillicothe, by deputies on September 18, 2025.
Incident: Vehicle Control Failure
Case Number: SO-P2504269
Deputies responded to a possible motor vehicle accident at Pleasant Valley and Larrick Lane, Chillicothe, on September 18, 2025, related to a failure-to-control vehicle incident.
Incident: Possible Influence
Case Number: SO-P2504270
On September 18, 2025, deputies investigated a possible DUI situation on Meadow Way, Chillicothe, involving a female in her vehicle.
Incident: Possible Suicidal Female
Case Number: SO-P2504271
A report concerning a potentially suicidal female in Scioto Trails, Chillicothe, prompted a non-criminal intervention on September 18, 2025.
Incident: Vandalism Report
Case Number: SO-P2504273
Deputy Williamson took a September 19, 2025, phone report of vandalism on Goodhope Road, Washington Court House, Ross County.
Incident: Assault and Domestic Violence
Case Number: SO-P2504272
On September 18, 2025, deputies responded to Hines Blvd, Chillicothe, for a disorderly situation that escalated to assault, unlawful restraint, and domestic violence. An arrest was made during the joint effort with VA Police.