The daily report from the Ross County Sheriff’s Office includes a series of incidents occurring on December 13, 2025. Highlights include drug-related violations, a theft, and various non-criminal concerns such as disorderly conduct, a structure fire, and a traffic-related disturbance.

Drug Paraphernalia and Possession

Case Number: SO-P2505436

Authorities responded to a traffic stop on Columbus Street in Chillicothe, where a K9 unit performed an open-air sniff. The dog indicated the presence of drugs, leading to a search that uncovered suspected narcotics and paraphernalia.

Theft Report

Case Number: SO-P2505438

A theft was reported via a phone complaint on Crouse Chapel Road in Chillicothe. Information was provided by the complainant, and an investigation into the larceny began.

Disorderly Conduct Complaint

Case Number: SO-P2505439

Deputies were dispatched to a disorderly conduct complaint on E Main Street in Bainbridge. Upon arrival, an investigation was initiated.

Structure Fire

Case Number: SO-P2505440

A structure fire was reported on Allen Drive in Londonderry. The responding deputy gathered information from the caller regarding a small fire, and an investigation was commenced.

Traffic Incident and Warrant Pickup

Case Number: SO-P2505445

While responding to a call to pick up a subject with a warrant on US 23 in Chillicothe, a deputy encountered a vehicle making abrupt lane changes and stopping on the highway. This dangerous driving caused the deputy to swerve, and the Ohio State Patrol was called to investigate.

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