On January 16, 2026, several incidents were reported across Ross County, ranging from traffic-related issues to criminal activity and mental health interventions. Below is a summary of each case based on the available information.
Motor Vehicle Accident
Case Number: SO-P2600208
A motor vehicle accident occurred on CR 550, Frankfort, when a vehicle struck a deer. An investigation was initiated on the scene.
Sex Offense Report
Case Number: SO-P2600210
A sex offense was reported at the Law Enforcement complex regarding an incident on Cooks Hill Rd, Chillicothe. Deputy Nott began an investigation after speaking with the complainant.
Motor Vehicle Accident on SR-28
Case Number: SO-P2600209
A vehicle accident on SR-28, Frankfort, involved a truck being hit. The investigation commenced upon arrival at the scene.
Motor Vehicle Theft and Arrests
Case Number: SO-P2600211
A vehicle test-driven was stolen from Charleston Pike, Chillicothe. The vehicle was recovered in Lancaster, with arrests made for theft, complicity, and falsification.
Criminal Trespass on S. Quarry St
Case Number: SO-P2600213
On S. Quarry St, Bainbridge, an incident of criminal trespass was reported, involving a suspect seen running through woods and suspected of intending to steal items.
Emergency Hospitalization
Case Number: SO-P2600214
An assault on Hospital Road, Chillicothe, led to an emergency hospitalization for mental illness. An investigation followed.
Trespass Disorderly Complaint
Case Number: SO-P2600215
Sgt Dutcher responded to Cattail Rd, Chillicothe, for a disorderly conduct complaint, with the report being held.
Counterfeiting Incident on Blain Hwy
Case Number: SO-P2600217
A non-criminal counterfeiting complaint was addressed on Blain Hwy, Chillicothe, though specifics are limited.
Traffic Violation on Cauble Lane
Case Number: SO-P2600216
A traffic stop on Cauble Lane, Massieville, resulted in citations for improper turn and operating without a valid license.
Traffic Stop with Arrest on Oliver Drive
Case Number: SO-P2600218
Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on Oliver Drive, Massieville, resulting in a warrant arrest and citation.
Emergency Hospitalization on Cattail Rd
Case Number: SO-P2600219
A disorderly report on Cattail Road, Chillicothe, resulted in an emergency mental health hold.
Total Records: 12