On March 3, 2026, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 19 incidents throughout the county, ranging from traffic violations and welfare checks to more serious criminal matters including drug possession, unlawful sexual conduct with a minor, and disorderly conduct. The day saw significant activity from early morning through late evening, with Deputy Morgan handling multiple traffic stops and welfare-related calls, while other deputies responded to incidents involving mental health concerns, protection order violations, and various non-criminal matters.
Unwanted Patient Discharged from Hospital
Case #SO-P2600791
At 1:54 a.m., RCSO deputies were dispatched to Adena Regional Medical Center on Hospital Road in Chillicothe in response to an unwanted female patient who had been discharged. An investigation was initiated.
Driver Cited for Speeding 18 MPH Over Limit
Case #SO-P2600792
At 6:04 a.m., Deputy Morgan conducted a traffic stop on US-23 near Three Locks Road in Chillicothe for speeding. The driver was cited for traveling 73 mph in a posted 55 mph zone.
Second Speeding Citation on US-23
Case #SO-P2600793
At 6:30 a.m., Deputy Morgan conducted another traffic stop on US-23 near Three Locks Road in Chillicothe for speeding. The driver received a citation for traveling 93 mph in a posted 55 mph zone.
Possible Pedestrian Struck Reported on East Main Street
Case #SO-P2600794
At 7:01 a.m., deputies were dispatched to East Main Street in Chillicothe in reference to a motorist who believed she had struck a pedestrian on the roadway. An investigation was conducted and a report was written.
Welfare Check Conducted on Tabernacle Road
Case #SO-P2600795
At 7:09 a.m., Deputy Morgan responded to the 400 block of Tabernacle Road in Chillicothe for a welfare check on a male resident. The individual was found to be in satisfactory condition and a report was filed.
Missing Juvenile Located and Transported to Juvenile Detention
Case #SO-P2600797
At 8:23 a.m., Deputy Morgan responded to the 500 block of West Riehle Road in Chillicothe regarding a missing juvenile reported to be at that residence. The juvenile was located and transported to the Juvenile Detention Center.
Misdelivered Package Theft Complaint
Case #SO-P2600799
At 8:49 a.m., deputies were dispatched to Sugar Tree Road in Chillicothe in reference to a theft complaint. The caller reported that a package had been delivered to the wrong address and the recipient refused to return it. An investigation was started and a report was written.
Father and Son Altercation in Kingston
Case #SO-P2600798
At 9:33 a.m., deputies were dispatched to Walnut Creek Road in Kingston regarding a disorderly conduct complaint. The caller reported that he and his father had engaged in an argument. An investigation was initiated.
Sex Offense Investigation Opened in Richmond Dale
Case #SO-P2600800
At 10:35 a.m., deputies responded to the law complex in Richmond Dale in reference to a report of unlawful sexual conduct with a minor. The complainant was interviewed and an investigation was opened.
Threatening Messages Investigation in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2600802
At 12:07 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the Law Complex in reference to a threats complaint originating from Taylor Road in Bainbridge. A subject reported receiving threatening messages from an unknown person. An investigation was initiated.
Two Individuals with Altered Mental Status on US Route 50
Case #SO-P2600803
At 1:25 p.m., deputies were dispatched to US Route 50 in Chillicothe in reference to individuals with altered mental status. Upon arrival, deputies found two people experiencing altered mental states. An investigation was conducted, an arrest was made, and a report was written.
Disorderly Subject Transported for Mental Health Evaluation
Case #SO-P2600804
At 1:55 p.m., deputies were dispatched to West High Street in Frankfort in reference to a disorderly subject. Deputies arrived on scene and opened an investigation, which resulted in an emergency hospitalization hold for mental illness.
Scam Call Report in Kingston
Case #SO-P2600805
At 2:50 p.m., deputies were dispatched to Dry Run Road in Kingston in reference to a scam call complaint. The caller reported that someone was attempting to convince her to purchase gift cards. An investigation was initiated and a report was written.
Vehicle Runs Red Light on North Bridge Street
Case #SO-P2600807
At 4:38 p.m., Deputy Williamson observed a vehicle run a red light on South Paint Street in Chillicothe while on patrol in a marked vehicle. A traffic stop was conducted and a citation was issued for failure to obey a traffic control device.
Unruly Juvenile Dispatch in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2600808
At 4:39 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to a residence on Potts Hill Road in Bainbridge in reference to an unruly juvenile.
Protection Order Violation Investigation in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2600810
At 4:55 p.m., RCSO deputies responded to the Law Enforcement Center at 28 North Paint Street to speak with a complainant regarding a possible violation of a protection order. An investigation was initiated.
Phone Report of Incident on Bush Mill Road
Case #SO-P2600809
At 6:15 p.m., Deputy Williamson took a phone report for an incident that occurred on Bush Mill Road in Frankfort. A report was filed for reference.
Drug Paraphernalia and Narcotics Found During OSP Traffic Stop
Case #SO-P2600811
At 9:54 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was requested to assist the Ohio State Police with a traffic stop at the South Paint Street Valero Gas Station in Chillicothe. The stop resulted in charges for illegal use or possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of drugs.
Arguing Couple Reported on Atlantis Road
Case #SO-P2600812
At 9:58 p.m., RCSO deputies were dispatched to the 200 block of Atlantis Road in Chillicothe for a report of an arguing couple. An investigation was initiated.