The Ross County Sheriff’s Office reported multiple incidents on January 14, 2026, ranging from disorderly conduct to mental health interventions, theft, and traffic violations. Notable events include a theft of farm equipment, responses to individuals in mental health crises, and multiple traffic-related offenses. Below are summaries of the day’s incidents:
Disorderly Conduct Incident on Eastern Ave
Case Number: SO-P2600189
On January 14, 2026, at the 800 block of Eastern Ave, Chillicothe, Deputy Morgan responded to a disorderly conduct complaint. A male was removed from a business and given a verbal warning.
Traffic Incident on Frankfort-Clarksburg Pike
Case Number: SO-P2600190
Deputy Morgan attended to a crash in the area of Frankfort-Clarksburg Pike, Chillicothe, where the driver faced minor injuries and received a citation for driving without a valid license and failure to control the vehicle.
Theft of Farm Equipment in Chillicothe
Case Number: SO-P2600191
Patricia A. Foreman reported the theft of a tractor and tiller in Chillicothe on January 14, 2026, initiating an investigation.
Juvenile Runaway on Plyleys Ln
Case Number: SO-P2600192
A juvenile who had run away from home was located on Plyleys Lane, Chillicothe, on January 14, 2026, prompting an investigation.
Welfare Check on Falls Rd
Case Number: SO-P2600193
Deputy Morgan conducted a welfare check at the 600 Block of Falls Rd, Bainbridge, resulting in a report being filed on January 14, 2026.
Mental Health Intervention on SR-207
Case Number: SO-P2600194
A male on the 2000 Block of SR-207, Chillicothe, was transported to Adena for treatment following reports of suicidal intentions on January 14, 2026.
Scam Incident on Spud Run Rd
Case Number: SO-P2600195
Deputy Williamson took a phone report regarding a scam incident on Spud Run Rd, Ross County, on January 14, 2026.
Theft Investigation on Hopetown Rd
Case Number: SO-P2600196
A possible theft was reported on Hopetown Rd, Chillicothe, leading to an investigation starting on January 14, 2026.
Mental Health Response on Zeigler Rd
Case Number: SO-P2600197
Sgt. Riege was dispatched to Zeigler Rd for a potential case involving a male making suicidal threats on January 14, 2026.
Vehicle Fire on Denver Rd
Case Number: SO-P2600199
On January 14, 2026, Deputy O’Bomsawin responded to a residence on Denver Road, Waverly, concerning a non-criminal vehicle fire.
Traffic Offense and Drug Possession on E Main St
Case Number: SO-P26002000
Deputy Williamson conducted a traffic stop on E Main St, Bainbridge, for a vehicle with fictitious plates and other offenses, issuing a citation on January 14, 2026.