The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 10 incidents on February 19, 2026, ranging from serious felony investigations to civil matters and welfare checks. Notable incidents included a sexual assault investigation involving a juvenile, a domestic dispute requiring a mental health hold, and a protection order violation. The day’s activity also included warrant service, disorderly conduct, telecommunications harassment, and property damage complaints.
Juvenile Sexual Assault Investigation Opened
Case #SO-P2600623
At approximately 12:48 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Piatt Avenue in reference to a sexual offense reported to have occurred on Easterday Road. The deputy learned that a juvenile may have been sexually assaulted by a family member. An investigation was begun and remains ongoing.
Protection Order Violation Suspected During Warrant Service
Case #SO-P2600624
At approximately 7:41 a.m., while attempting warrant service at a residence on Cooks Hill Road, a subject on scene was suspected of violating a protection order. An investigation was opened pursuant to Ohio Revised Code sections 2903.213 or 2903.214.
Disorderly Conduct Complaint on Polk Hollow Road
Case #SO-P2600625
At approximately 10:07 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Polk Hollow Road in response to a disorderly conduct complaint. The caller advised that a neighbor was being disorderly. An investigation was started.
Prisoner Transferred on Warrant
Case #SO-P2600626
At approximately 10:52 a.m., while dropping off a prisoner at Pickaway County Jail, a deputy was advised of a prisoner needing transport to Ross County on a warrant. The deputy confirmed the information and took custody of the prisoner for transport.
Domestic Dispute Results in Mental Health Hold
Case #SO-P2600628
At approximately 12:04 p.m., Sergeant Champion, Deputy Nott, and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to Lick Run Road in reference to a domestic dispute. The deputies made contact with the caller and a resident of the home and began an investigation.
Workplace Harassment Resolved at Gas Station
Case #SO-P2600629
At approximately 1:15 p.m., Sergeant Champion and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to Murphy’s Gas Station in Chillicothe in reference to a telecommunications harassment complaint. The victim reported receiving threatening text messages from another employee. After reviewing the messages, the deputy determined they did not constitute criminal threats but honored the victim’s request to have the employee barred from contacting her and trespassed from the workplace.
Deputy Assists Child Protective Services
Case #SO-P2600631
At approximately 7:28 p.m., Deputy JoHansen responded to the 600 block of England Hollow Road to assist Child Protective Services.
Civil Property Dispute Reported
Case #SO-P2600630
At approximately 7:44 p.m., while on a traffic stop, a female flagged down Sergeant Dutcher to report a civil issue over property. A report was held.
Juvenile Leaves Hospital Against Medical Advice
Case #SO-P2600632
At approximately 10:35 p.m., Sergeant Dutcher was dispatched to Adena Regional Medical Center in reference to a juvenile leaving the hospital against medical advice. A report was taken.
Criminal Mischief Reported on State Route 28
Case #SO-P2600633
At approximately 11:57 p.m., a deputy responded to State Route 28 in Frankfort in regard to a burglary complaint involving criminal mischief.