On January 9, 2026, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to a series of incidents ranging from non-criminal reports to serious offenses, including sexual imposition and theft. Deputies addressed a variety of situations, including assisting with warrants, addressing found property, and attending to community safety and welfare concerns.

Sexual Imposition Reported on Marshall Road

Case Number: SO-P2600122

On the early morning of January 9, 2026, Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to a residence on Marshall Road, Chillicothe, following a complaint of sexual assault.

Found Firearm on Chamber Drive

Case Number: SO-P2600123

On January 9, 2026, a firearm was discovered near the perimeter of a property on Chamber Drive, Chillicothe. It was secured and a non-criminal report was filed.

Warrant Served on Westfall Road

Case Number: SO-P2600124

Deputies, along with Children Services, retrieved property and executed an arrest on Westfall Rd, South Salem, after discovering a male with an active warrant.

Found ATV Located on Cotterman Lane

Case Number: SO-P2600127

On January 9, 2026, a found ATV was reported on Cotterman Lane, Londonderry. The owner was successfully located.

Vandalism on SR-772

Case Number: SO-P2600125

At approximately 11:43 AM, a garage door was found damaged on SR-772, Chillicothe, due to a vehicle mishap. The incident was documented as non-criminal.

Theft Investigation on Rozelle Creek Road

Case Number: SO-P2600126

A theft without consent was reported on January 2, 2026, on Rozelle Creek Road, Chillicothe.

Unlawful Restraint on State Route 159

Case Number: SO-P2600129

Deputies investigated a threats complaint on State Route 159, Kingston. A complainant reported ongoing issues with threats from a male subject.

Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle

Case Number: SO-P2600131

An incident of unauthorized vehicle use was reported on Anderson Station Rd, Chillicothe, on January 9, 2026.

Motorcycle Accident Investigation on Dry Run Road

Case Number: SO-P2600132

Deputies started an investigation following reports of a possible motorcycle accident on Dry Run Rd, Kingston.

Welfare Check on Overlake Drive

Case Number: SO-P2600133

A welfare check on an elderly female was conducted on Overlake Dr, Frankfort. The female was in distress and was transported to ARMC.

Non-criminal Incident on Marshall Road

Case Number: SO-P2600134

A non-criminal complaint was investigated on Marshall Rd, Chillicothe, on January 9, 2026.

Criminal Trespass Investigation on Little Creek Road

Case Number: SO-P2600135

Deputy Nott responded to reports of armed men at a residence on Little Creek Rd, Frankfort. The suspects had left before his arrival, and an investigation was initiated.

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