The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 10 incidents on February 14–15, 2026. The day’s activity included three theft reports, two traffic violations, one unauthorized vehicle use case, one child services assistance call, one mental health emergency, and one non-criminal report. Most incidents occurred in Chillicothe, with one in Bainbridge.
Packages Stolen From Porch in Chillicothe
Case #SO-P2600559
At approximately 9:04 a.m. on February 14, Sgt. Champion and Deputy Sutton responded to South Bridge Street regarding a theft report. A homeowner reported that packages had been stolen from her porch. An investigation was initiated.
Children’s Services Assistance on U.S. Route 23
Case #SO-P2600561
At approximately 11:50 a.m. on February 14, Sgt. Champion and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to U.S. Route 23 to assist Ross County Children’s Services. The deputies made contact with a CPS investigator and parents, though children were not present at the time. An investigation was started.
Motor Vehicle Crash on Tong Hollow Road
Case #SO-P2600562
On February 15, a deputy was dispatched to Tong Hollow Road in Bainbridge in reference to a crash with no injuries. The driver was found to be operating a motor vehicle without a valid license. An investigation was started.
Contractor Refuses to Return Borrowed Vehicle
Case #SO-P2600563
At approximately 5:26 p.m. on February 14, Sgt. Dutcher responded to the Law Enforcement Center to handle a report of unauthorized use of a motor vehicle on Swaney Road. A contractor had borrowed a vehicle and refused to return it. An investigation was initiated.
Larceny Reported on Western Avenue
Case #SO-P2600564
At approximately 6:43 p.m. on February 14, a deputy was dispatched to Western Avenue in Chillicothe on report of a theft. The deputy spoke with the caller, who provided information regarding the incident. An investigation was started.
Traffic Stop for Failure to Obey Traffic Control Device
Case #SO-P2600567
At approximately 7:17 p.m. on February 14, a deputy initiated a traffic stop in Chillicothe. The driver was issued a citation for failure to obey a traffic control device.
Male with Altered Mental Status Transported for Emergency Evaluation
Case #SO-P2600565
At approximately 7:35 p.m. on February 14, a deputy was dispatched to Ziegler Drive in Chillicothe in reference to a male with an altered mental status. An investigation was started and an emergency mental illness hold was issued.
Theft Reported on Anderson Station Road
Case #SO-P2600566
At approximately 8:29 p.m. on February 14, a deputy was dispatched to Anderson Station Road in Chillicothe on report of a theft. The deputy spoke with the complainant, who provided information regarding the incident. An investigation was started.
Speeding Violation Cited on U.S. Route 23
Case #SO-P2600568
At approximately 9:41 p.m. on February 14, Sgt. Dutcher was operating stationary radar on U.S. Route 23 near Orr Road in Chillicothe. A white Buick was observed traveling above the speed limit. A traffic stop was initiated and a citation was issued.