The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 11 incidents on February 12, 2026, ranging from routine traffic violations to more serious offenses including a report of child sexual abuse, drug-related arrests, a structure fire, and a burglary investigation. The day included multiple traffic stops, a disorderly conduct summons, and a welfare check on a juvenile.
Traffic Stop for License Plate and Lighting Violations
Case #SO-P2600535
At approximately 3:15 a.m., Deputy Williamson conducted a traffic stop on State Route 772 near Liberty Hill Road after observing a vehicle operating without a tag light and an obstructed license plate covered in mud. A citation was issued for display of license plates and validation stickers, no tail lights or license plate light, and operating a motor vehicle without a valid license.
Traffic Stop on Reduced Roads
Case #SO-P2600536
At approximately 10:12 a.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on State Route 138 near Ashbury Road in Clarksburg. A citation was issued for reduced roads.
Disorderly Conduct Summons Following Multiple Calls
Case #SO-P2600537
At approximately 12:52 p.m., deputies responded to Main Street in Clarksburg for a disorderly conduct complaint. A landlord allegedly arrived at a residence in a hostile manner while a tenant was moving out, verbally harassing the tenant and insulting a 15-year-old present at the scene. Five witnesses corroborated the hostile behavior, and the responding deputy noted that deputies had responded to the address three times in the preceding four days for disorderly behavior. A summons was issued for disorderly conduct.
Dispatch to Wildflower Lane on Complaint
Case #SO-P2600538
At approximately 1:50 p.m., Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to 155 Wildflower Lane in Chillicothe on a complaint.
Detective Request Dispatch on Mingo Road
Case #SO-P2600539
At approximately 2:47 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Mingo Road in South Salem at the request of Detective Crosier in reference to a complaint.
Traffic Stop for Improper Turn
Case #SO-P2600540
At approximately 4:53 p.m., Deputy Williamson conducted a traffic stop on Maple Street in Bainbridge after observing a vehicle commit a traffic violation. A citation was issued for improper turn and failure to signal a turn.
Investigation Into Structure Fire in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2600542
At approximately 5:55 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to McDonald Hill Drive in Frankfort for a structure fire. An investigation was initiated.
Welfare Check on Truant Juvenile
Case #SO-P2600543
At approximately 6:29 p.m., Deputy Williamson was dispatched to State Route 28 in Frankfort for a welfare check on a juvenile who had not been attending school for several days. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with the mother and juvenile, and a report was filed.
Drug-Related Arrests Following Traffic Stop
Case #SO-P2600544
At approximately 9:28 p.m., Deputy Morgan conducted a traffic stop on U.S. Route 50 near Lovers Lane in Bainbridge for multiple violations. The driver and passenger were both arrested for drug-related offenses and outstanding warrants. Charges included possessing drug abuse instruments, illegal use or possession of drug paraphernalia, illegal conveyance of drugs of abuse, possession of drugs, operating with two headlights not required, and driving under suspension.
Burglary Investigation at Mobile Home Park
Case #SO-P2600545
At approximately 9:51 p.m., RCSO deputies were dispatched to the Carousel Court Mobile Home Park in Chillicothe for a report of a possible burglary in progress. An investigation was initiated.