The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to a variety of incidents on January 17, 2026, ranging from a missing juvenile to cases of theft, telecommunications harassment, and an emergency mental health intervention. The incidents were reported across multiple locations, including Bainbridge, Chillicothe, Kingston, and Frankfort, with several resulting in investigations or legal actions.
Missing Person Resolved
Case Number: SO-P2600220
Authorities were dispatched to Garman Ln, Bainbridge, for a missing grandson who did not return from baseball practice. The juvenile was found at a friend’s house, and unruly charges were filed.
Theft Report in Chillicothe
Case Number: SO-P2600221
A theft report was filed at the Law Enforcement complex on Musgrove Rd, Chillicothe. The property was located, and no charges were pursued by the victim.
Non-Criminal Standby Order
Case Number: SO-P2600222
Sgt. Champion responded to Marshall Rd, Chillicothe, to serve a standby order. The order was left with a request for a callback to arrange service.
Theft Investigation on Narrows Rd
Case Number: SO-P2600223
Deputy JoHansen investigated a theft report from the 100 block of Narrows Rd, Chillicothe. Details of the incident remain undisclosed.
Emergency Hospitalization for Juvenile
Case Number: SO-P2600224
A juvenile on Trego Creek Rd, Chillicothe, was hospitalized following threats of self-harm with a knife. The report is held by authorities.
Telecommunications Harassment Complaint
Case Number: SO-P2600225
A harassment complaint was filed from Charleston Pike, Kingston. The investigation into the case has been initiated.
Traffic Violation Arrest
Case Number: SO-P2600226
A vehicle was stopped on Toad Hollow Rd, Chillicothe, for missing a license plate light. The stop resulted in an arrest for wrongful entrustment and related driving suspensions.
Traffic Citation Issued
Case Number: SO-P2600228
A traffic stop on SR-207 in Chillicothe led to a citation for no tail lights and a license plate light.
Vacation Check Report
Case Number: SO-P2600227
An informational report was filed regarding a vacation check on Copperas Mountain Rd, Bainbridge.
Complaint Investigation on Chamber Dr
Case Number: SO-P2600229
Deputy JoHansen responded to a complaint on Chamber Dr, Chillicothe. Specific details are pending.
Criminal Mischief in Frankfort
Case Number: SO-P2600230
A vandalism complaint was attended to on N. Second St, Frankfort. Investigation into the incident is underway.