On December 1, 2025, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to a range of incidents, including criminal activities such as theft, trespassing, drug-related offenses, and more. Deputies were also dispatched for several non-criminal complaints and emergency medical situations related to mental health.

Injured Deer in Roadway in Frankfort

Case Number: SO-P2505283

A report was made on December 1, 2025, regarding an injured deer located on SR-28 in Frankfort, Ohio. The incident was classified as non-criminal.

Arrest Following Criminal Trespass in Chillicothe

Case Number: SO-P2505284

A subject was arrested for criminal trespass following a disorderly complaint at 14776 Pleasant Valley Rd, Chillicothe.

Hit and Skip Incident on Western Ave, Chillicothe

Case Number: SO-P2505286

A hit and skip incident occurred on Western Ave in Ross County, leading to an investigation by Deputy Williamson.

Death Investigation on Thrifton Rd, Greenfield

Case Number: SO-P2505285

A non-suspicious death was reported on Thrifton Rd, Greenfield, and is currently under investigation.

Non-Injury Crash on Crouse Chapel Rd

Case Number: SO-P2505287

A private property non-injury crash was reported on the 1000 block of Crouse Chapel Rd, Chillicothe.

Multiple Charges Including Aggravated Burglary on Egypt Pike

Case Number: SO-P2505289

An intoxicated individual forced their way into a home on Egypt Pike, Chillicothe. An arrest was made and several charges were filed, including aggravated burglary.

Theft Reported on Charleston Pike, Chillicothe

Case Number: SO-P2505288

Stolen property was reported on Charleston Pike, Chillicothe, and is under investigation.

Non-Criminal Complaint on Western Ave

Case Number: SO-P2505290

A non-criminal complaint was made on Western Avenue and the investigation is ongoing.

Threats Report on Cooks Hill Rd, Chillicothe

Case Number: SO-P2505291

Deputy Morgan took a threats report on Cooks Hill Rd. The issue was deemed non-criminal.

Private Property Crash on US-35

Case Number: SO-P2505293

A private property crash was reported on the 35000 block of US-35, Ross County.

Vehicle Theft Complaint on Denver Rd, Waverly

Case Number: SO-P2505292

A motor vehicle was reported stolen, and an investigation was started on Denver Rd, Waverly.

Criminal Mischief in Adelphi

Case Number: SO-P2505294

An incident of criminal mischief was reported by a homeowner on Main Street, Adelphi, and is under investigation.

Traffic Violations and Citation on S Bridge St

Case Number: SO-P2505295

A driver was cited for operating a motor vehicle with an invalid plate and driving under suspension on S Bridge St, Chillicothe.

Non-Criminal Complaint on Lutz Rd, Williamsport

Case Number: SO-P2505296

Deputy JoHansen responded to a non-criminal complaint on Lutz Road.

Traffic Stop Leads to Citation on Bridge St

Case Number: SO-P2505297

A driver was cited for seatbelt violation and driving under suspension during a traffic stop near Water St and Bridge St, Chillicothe.

Emergency Hospitalization in Laurelville

Case Number: SO-P2505299

A juvenile was transported for mental health evaluation following suicidal threats on State Route 327, Laurelville.

Traffic Offense in Massieville

Case Number: SO-P2505303

A citation was issued for operating a motor vehicle without a valid license on Massieville Rd, Massieville.

Unruly Child Report on Cooks Hill Rd

Case Number: SO-P2505298

An investigation began following a juvenile complaint on Cooks Hill Road.

Arrest and Mental Health Hold on Eastern Ave

Case Number: SO-P2505300

A male was arrested on a warrant, and a female was transported for mental health treatment on Eastern Ave, Chillicothe.

Drug-Related Arrests Near Pike County Line

Case Number: SO-P2505301

A traffic stop for equipment violations resulted in arrests for drug paraphernalia on US-23 near the Pike County line.

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