The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 17 incidents on February 11, 2026, ranging from traffic violations and theft complaints to drug possession and juvenile offenses. Notable calls included a drug-related traffic stop in Bainbridge that resulted in narcotics recovery, multiple theft investigations, and several welfare and school-related incidents. The day’s activity spanned from just before 1 a.m. through 9:16 p.m.
Suspicious Vehicle Investigation on Clinton Road
Case #SO-P2600517
At 3:39 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Clinton Road in Chillicothe in reference to a suspicious vehicle. Upon arrival, contact was made with the parties involved and an investigation was initiated for operating a vehicle under the influence.
Improper Parking Complaint in Adelphi
Case #SO-P2600518
At 8:04 a.m., a deputy responded to Dawson Street in Adelphi regarding a parking complaint. The caller pointed out a vehicle parked in the alleyway, and the deputy asked the occupant to move along. A report was written documenting the improper parking violation.
Speeding Citation Issued on Kingston-Adelphi Road
Case #SO-P2600519
At 9 a.m., a deputy observed a vehicle commit a traffic violation on Kingston-Adelphi Road in Laurelville. The deputy activated emergency lights to initiate a traffic stop and issued a citation for speeding in a 55 mph zone.
Medication Theft Investigation at Patton Hill Road
Case #SO-P2600521
At 9:11 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Patton Hill Road in Chillicothe in reference to a theft complaint. The victim reported that some of their medication was believed to have been stolen. An investigation was started.
Fraud Investigation on Eastern Avenue
Case #SO-P2600523
At 11:02 a.m., a deputy responded to Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe regarding a theft complaint. The caller reported that she had given money to a male to obtain a money order, but the male cashed the money order and took the funds. An investigation was started and a report was written.
Non-Criminal Complaint at Adena Medical Campus
Case #SO-P2600522
At 11:12 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Hospital Road in Chillicothe regarding a non-criminal complaint at the Adena medical campus.
Missing Medication Report on Sunrush Boulevard
Case #SO-P2600524
At 12:10 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Sunrush Boulevard in Chillicothe in reference to a complaint of missing medication.
Illegal Lockout Complaint on Marshall Road
Case #SO-P2600526
At 1:30 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to East Second Street in Chillicothe regarding a non-criminal complaint. The caller reported that she had been illegally locked out of her residence and requested a report. A report was written documenting the incident.
Traffic Stop Yields Narcotics in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2600525
At 1:46 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on Third Street in Bainbridge. The stop resulted in multiple charges including possession of drugs, possessing drug abuse instruments, operating a motor vehicle without a valid license, and improper turn violations. A citation was issued, an out-of-county warrant was served, and narcotics were recovered.
Unruly Juvenile Investigation at Unioto Middle School
Case #SO-P2600527
At 2:21 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Unioto Middle School on Moundsville Road in Chillicothe in reference to a possible unruly juvenile. An investigation was started.
Unruly Juvenile Transported to Hospital
Case #SO-P2600530
At 5:23 p.m., Deputy Williamson was dispatched to Pam Lane in Ross County for an unruly juvenile. Upon arrival, contact was made and an investigation was started. The juvenile was transported to ARMC and a report was held.
Stolen Camper Located on SR-772
Case #SO-P2600532
At 7:16 p.m., Deputy Williamson was dispatched to South Pain Street in Ross County in reference to a stolen camper report that took place on SR-772. Upon arrival, contact was made with the caller and the camper was located.
Traffic Stop on SR 104
Case #SO-P2600531
On February 2026, Deputy O’Bomsawin conducted a traffic stop on a light brown Chevy Cruze on SR 104 near Kellenberger Road, resulting in a charge of operating a motor vehicle without a valid license.
Welfare Check at Westland Estates
Case #SO-P2600533
On February 10, 2026, Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to an apartment in Westland Estates in Chillicothe in reference to a welfare check. A disorderly conduct charge resulted from the incident.
Active Trespass Investigation in Waverly
Case #SO-P2600534
At 9:16 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Valley Road in Waverly, Ohio, in response to an active trespass. An investigation was started.