Today’s incidents reported by the Ross County Sheriff’s Office include a range of activities from emergency hospitalization to drug possession and noncriminal matters. Multiple cases of criminal trespass were documented, along with reports related to mental illness, child support issues, and an internet safety concern involving a juvenile.

Emergency Hospitalization for Mental Illness

Case Number: SO-P2505481

On December 17, 2025, authorities were dispatched to Brown Hollow Road, Chillicothe, for a domestic incident resulting in an emergency hospitalization for mental illness.

Drug Possession and License Suspension

Case Number: SO-P2505482

In Bainbridge, Deputy Williamson conducted a traffic stop due to a license forfeiture suspension, which led to citations for possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia.

Assault Report

Case Number: SO-P2505483

An assault at ARMC, Chillicothe, was reported to authorities on December 17, 2025.

Nonsupport of Dependents

Case Number: SO-P2505484

A case of nonsupport of dependents was handled at Adena Health System Women and Children’s Unit in Chillicothe, with CPS securing juvenile custody.

Inappropriate Online Interaction with Juveniles

Case Number: SO-P2505487

In Bainbridge, a woman reported her granddaughter’s inappropriate conversations with men online, leading to a warning about online stranger danger.

Criminal Trespass and Mischief

Case Number: SO-P2505488

On Three Locks Road, Chillicothe, a criminal trespass and mischief were reported, but there are no leads.

Noncriminal Vehicle Fire

Case Number: SO-P2505490

Authorities responded to a vehicle fire on Western Avenue, Chillicothe, involving a military-style vehicle, which was extinguished by the Fire Department.

Ex Parte Response

Case Number: SO-P2505491

An ex parte was completed without incident on Western Avenue, Chillicothe, in association with Job and Family Services.

Criminal Trespass and Custody Issue

Case Number: SO-P2505492

In Frankfort, a subject was trespassed from private property, and it was determined that related custody issues would be addressed as a civil matter.

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