On March 9, 2026, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 14 incidents throughout the county, including motor vehicle thefts, warrant arrests, mental health holds, and property crimes. The day saw a mix of criminal and non-criminal calls, with deputies conducting multiple investigations into vehicle-related offenses, welfare checks, and court-ordered actions.
Motor Vehicle Accident at Unioto Schools
Case #SO-P2600902
At approximately 8:18 a.m., a deputy responded to Unioto Schools in reference to a motor vehicle accident. The caller reported that their vehicle had been struck. An investigation was initiated at the scene.
Court-Ordered Mental Health Hold
Case #SO-P2600903
At approximately 10:55 a.m., Deputy Sams and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to East Fifth Street for a court-ordered mental health hold. Upon arrival, the deputies made contact with the individual and transported her to Adena Regional Medical Center without incident.
Stolen Vehicle Complaint on Western Avenue
Case #SO-P2600904
At approximately 10:57 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Western Avenue in reference to an unauthorized use of motor vehicle complaint. The caller reported that a daughter had not returned a borrowed vehicle. An investigation was started.
Welfare Check on Camelin Hill Road
Case #SO-P2600905
At approximately 11:43 a.m., Deputy Sams and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to Camelin Hill Road to conduct a welfare check on an individual. Upon arrival, the deputies made contact with the person and initiated an investigation.
Court Order Violation Report
Case #SO-P2600906
At approximately 12:19 p.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Clements Lane in reference to a court order violation. A report was taken for further incidents.
Vehicle Theft on State Route 772
Case #SO-P2600907
At approximately 12:37 p.m., Deputy Sams and Deputy Sutton responded to State Route 772 for a vehicle theft report. The deputies made contact with the registered owner of the vehicle and began an investigation into the alleged theft by threat.
Utility Theft Investigation on Denver Road
Case #SO-P2600908
At approximately 1:07 p.m., Deputy Sams and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to Denver Road in reference to theft of utilities. Upon arrival, the deputies made contact with an employee of South Central Power and initiated an investigation.
License Plate Theft on South Bridge Street
Case #SO-P2600909
At approximately 12:59 p.m., a deputy responded to South Bridge Street for a theft complaint. The caller reported that a license plate had been stolen from a vehicle. An investigation was started.
Warrant Arrest on Blain Highway
Case #SO-P2600912
At approximately 2:29 p.m., Deputy Sams and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to Blain Highway and State Route 23 in reference to a warrant. Upon arrival, the deputies confirmed that an individual had an outstanding warrant with the Ross County Sheriff’s Office and transported the female inmate to Ross County Jail.
Emergency Mental Health Hospitalization Hold
Case #SO-P2600913
At approximately 3:34 p.m., deputies responded to Hospital Road for an emergency hospitalization mental illness hold.
Vandalism Complaint in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2600914
At approximately 3:45 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Poplar Ridge Road in reference to a vandalism complaint.
Warrant and Overdose Response in Clarksburg
Case #SO-P2600915
At approximately 5:52 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Water Street in reference to a possible overdose. Upon arrival, deputies made contact with the resident of the house and initiated an investigation.
Warrant Attempt on Robinson Road
Case #SO-P2600916
At approximately 8:36 p.m., Deputy Woodbridge and another deputy conducted a warrant attempt on Robinson Road.
Vehicle Fire in Kingston
Case #SO-P2600917
At approximately 9:27 p.m., Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to Walnut Creek Road in Kingston to respond to a vehicle fire.