The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 13 incidents on February 28, 2026, ranging from telecommunications harassment and criminal trespass to breaking and entering, motor vehicle theft, and emergency mental health holds. Notable incidents included an active burglary in Laurelville, a disorderly conduct call involving substance use, and multiple welfare checks and non-criminal assistance requests.
Telecommunications Harassment Reported on Yellowbud Road
Case #SO-P2600752
At 1:22 a.m., a dispatcher took a phone report regarding an anonymous telecommunications harassment complaint on Yellowbud Road in Chillicothe.
Subject Trespassed From Business on Eastern Avenue
Case #SO-P2600753
At 12:57 p.m., Deputy Nott and another deputy conducted a business walk-through on Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe. A subject was trespassed from the property during the visit.
Man Under the Influence Creates Disturbance in Adelphi
Case #SO-P2600755
At approximately 1:50 p.m., Sgt. Champion, Deputy Nott, Deputy Woodbridge, and Deputy Sutton responded to Market Street in Adelphi for a report of an adult male under the influence of narcotics and acting erratically. Witnesses reported the subject was attempting self-harm. Deputies transported the male to Adena Medical Center and placed him under medical observation.
Disorderly Conduct Investigation on Shady Glen Road
Case #SO-P2600754
At 2:19 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Shady Glen Road in Chillicothe in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with the caller and began an investigation.
Juvenile Harassment Complaint in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2600757
At 2:49 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to East High Street in Frankfort regarding a juvenile complaint involving harassment. The deputy arrived on scene and made contact with the caller to begin an investigation.
Traffic Crash and License Violation on State Route 159
Case #SO-P2600756
At 2:54 p.m., Deputy Nott and Deputy Woodbridge responded to North Bridge Street in Chillicothe for a non-injury motor vehicle crash. One driver was cited for operating a motor vehicle without a valid license and failure to stay in marked lanes.
Active Burglary Results in Arrest in Laurelville
Case #SO-P2600759
At 3:54 p.m., Deputy Nott responded to an active burglary at a property on State Route 327 in Laurelville. Upon arrival, the deputy found the suspect at the scene and determined that the individual had broken into a trailer and sheds on the property. The property owner declined to press charges initially, but later decided to pursue them. The suspect was handcuffed and transported to the Ross County Jail. During a search, Deputy Woodbridge discovered a small bag containing white powder in the suspect’s pocket. The suspect’s vehicle was towed to the Sheriff’s Office impound lot.
Telecommunications Harassment Complaint in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2600758
At 4:09 p.m., Deputy JoHansen spoke to a female subject regarding a threats complaint in Bainbridge, Ross County.
Non-Criminal Complaint on East High Street
Case #SO-P2600760
At 5:58 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to East High Street in Frankfort for a non-criminal complaint.
Motor Vehicle Theft Reported in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2600761
At 7:28 p.m., a dispatcher took a phone report regarding a stolen vehicle complaint on Darby Lane in Frankfort.
Warrant Service in Londonderry
Case #SO-P2600762
At 7:44 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to U.S. Route 50 in Londonderry to meet with the Vinton County Sheriff’s Office to transport a subject with an outstanding warrant.
Child Protective Services Assistance in Chillicothe
Case #SO-P2600763
At 7:52 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Moss Hollow Road in Chillicothe to assist Child Protective Services.
Emergency Mental Health Hold on Core Road
Case #SO-P2600766
At 11:51 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Core Road in Frankfort to assist Emergency Medical Services with an emergency mental health hold.