The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 11 incidents on February 26, 2026, ranging from theft complaints and welfare checks to a serious sexual assault allegation dating back approximately 14 years. Notable calls included a mental health crisis involving a subject found on railroad tracks, a report of loose horses in a roadway, and assistance provided to Child Protective Services. One report was issued in error and has been removed from the active log.
Theft Complaint Opened on East Hydell Road
Case #SO-P2600716
At 8:38 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to East Hydell Road in Chillicothe in reference to a theft complaint. An investigation was opened.
Confused Male Located at Regional Medical Center
Case #SO-P2600717
At 10:01 a.m., Lt. McGoye was dispatched to Adena Regional Medical Center on Hospital Road in Chillicothe regarding a report of a confused male wandering the property. The male was located and provided a ride to his current residence.
Bullying Complaint Filed at Law Enforcement Center
Case #SO-P2600718
At 11:23 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to the Law Enforcement Center lobby in reference to a bullying complaint. The parents of the child who reported being bullied were interviewed, and an investigation was started with a report written.
Sexual Assault Allegation from 14 Years Ago Reported at Career Technology Center
Case #SO-P2600720
At 12:05 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to the Pickaway Ross Career Technology Center on Anderson Station Road in Chillicothe regarding a sexual assault that allegedly occurred approximately 14 years prior. The School Resource Officer and a student were interviewed, and an investigation was started with a report written.
Scam Report Taken on Vigo Road
Case #SO-P2600719
At 12:34 p.m., Deputy JoHansen made contact with a male subject on Vigo Road in Chillicothe in reference to a scam.
Theft Report from State Route 180 Not Pursued
Case #SO-P2600721
At 12:45 p.m., Deputy Morgan responded to the Law Enforcement Center in reference to a theft that occurred in the 8000 block of State Route 180 in Kingston. A report was taken, but the victim elected not to pursue charges.
Loose Horses Reported on North Benner Hill Road
Case #SO-P2600723
At 2:35 p.m., Deputy Williamson responded to North Benner Hill Road in Bainbridge in reference to loose horses in the roadway. Contact was made with relatives of the horse owner, and an investigation was started.
Subject Found on Railroad Tracks Committed for Mental Health Evaluation
Case #SO-P2600724
At 3:34 p.m., a deputy responded to Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe and made contact with a subject who was found laying on railroad tracks and acting out of his normal behavior. The subject stated he was attempting to “get away from everything” and spoke incoherently. A squad was dispatched, and the subject was committed for a mental health hold. Deputy Morgan followed the ambulance to Adena Regional Medical Center and completed the commitment paperwork.
Welfare Check Conducted at Scioto Woods Apartments
Case #SO-P2600725
At 5:42 p.m., RCSO deputies were dispatched to Scioto Woods apartments at 1957 Western Avenue in Chillicothe for a welfare check. An investigation was started.
Child Protective Services Assistance in Laurelville
Case #SO-P2600726
At 5:48 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to State Route 327 in Laurelville to assist Child Protective Services on a possible ex-parte matter. An investigation was started.