The Ross County Sheriff’s Office reported a variety of incidents on January 6, 2026, including non-criminal investigations, theft, and two non-suspicious death cases. Authorities also handled matters related to mental illness, suspicious activities, and vehicle issues. Below is a summary of each case.
Possible Scam Involving Elderly Man
Case Number: SO-P2600076
Deputy Morgan responded to a report of a potential scam involving an elderly man on Seip Rd, Chillicothe. A report was filed.
Theft on Polk Hollow Rd
Case Number: SO-P2600078
Authorities were called to Polk Hollow Road, Chillicothe, regarding a theft complaint.
Non-Suspicious Death in Kingston
Case Number: SO-P2600079
Sgt. Champion, Deputy Tatman, and Deputy Morgan responded to a suicide on S. Main St. in Kingston. The female victim was pronounced dead, and foul play is not suspected.
Suspicious Activity Reported at Cliff Run Nature Preserve
Case Number: SO-P2600080
Gary A McFadden reported seeing two unknown individuals acting suspiciously while hiking at Cliff Run Nature Preserve in Bainbridge.
Non-Suspicious Death on Pam Lane
Case Number: SO-P2600081
Authorities investigated a possible DOA on Pam Lane in Chillicothe.
Vehicle Pursuit Ends in Arrests
Case Number: SO-P2600083
Deputies assisted the Ohio State Highway Patrol in a vehicle pursuit on Old US-35, Chillicothe. Two suspects were apprehended.
Mental Illness Hold in Kingston
Case Number: SO-P2600082
Lt. McGoye responded to a Kingston residence where a female exhibiting violent behavior was hospitalized for mental health evaluation.
Threats Complaint on Stone Rd
Case Number: SO-P2600084
Deputy Nott took a report on threats made to a station on Stone Rd, Chillicothe, for future reference.
Abandoned Vehicle in Bainbridge
Case Number: SO-P2600085
A report was made of a possible abandoned vehicle on Alexander Hollow Rd in Bainbridge. An investigation was initiated.
Disabled Vehicle on Private Property
Case Number: SO-P2600086
Authorities began investigating a disabled vehicle reported on Liberty Hill Rd, Chillicothe.
Vehicular Deer Collision in Waverly
Case Number: SO-P2600087
A deer was struck by a vehicle on Valley Rd, Waverly, prompting an investigation.