The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to eight incidents on February 21, 2026, ranging from disorderly conduct and criminal trespass to drug possession and aggravated menacing. The day included two arrests, a drug seizure following a K9 alert, a weapon-related threat investigation, and a phone scam report, along with two non-criminal welfare and assistance calls.
Disorderly Conduct and Trespass at State Route 159
Case #SO-P2600652
At 7:12 a.m., deputies were dispatched to State Route 159 in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint. An arrest was made at the scene.
Disorderly Conduct on East High Street
Case #SO-P2600653
At 8:10 a.m., Deputy Morgan responded to East High Street in Frankfort for a disorderly conduct complaint. A report was taken documenting the incident.
Drug Possession Following Traffic Stop and K9 Alert
Case #SO-P2600654
At 9:50 a.m., Deputy Morgan conducted a traffic stop in the 600 block of Western Avenue in Chillicothe. A positive K9 alert to the vehicle resulted in the discovery of suspected narcotics. The driver was charged with operating under suspension and possession of drugs, and a report was taken.
Criminal Trespass Complaint on Davis Road
Case #SO-P2600655
At 10:46 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Davis Road in Bainbridge in reference to a trespass complaint. The deputy made contact with the caller, who reported that an unwanted subject had appeared at the property. An investigation was initiated and a report was filed.
Aggravated Menacing Threat Investigation
Case #SO-P2600656
At 3:55 p.m., a deputy spoke via telephone with a subject regarding a threats complaint from South Main Street in Frankfort. The caller reported that another subject had threatened them with a weapon. An investigation was started.
Phone Scam Attempt Reported
Case #SO-P2600657
At 5:12 p.m., Sergeant Riege received a phone report from an address on State Route 207 in reference to a phone scam attempt. The caller reported receiving a fraudulent call in which the scammer attempted to trick him into purchasing a $200 Green Dot card and providing card information. A report was made.
Child Protective Services Assistance Call
Case #SO-P2600658
At 7:05 p.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Blacksmith Hill Road in Chillicothe to assist Child Protective Services. A report was taken to document the incident.
Juvenile Welfare Check
Case #SO-P2600659
At 10:27 p.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Marietta Road in Chillicothe for a welfare check on a juvenile. A report was taken in case of further incidents.