On March 10, 2026, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 15 incidents throughout the county, ranging from a structure fire and child enticement case resulting in an arrest to multiple reports of theft, fraud, and mental health concerns. The day’s activity included serious offenses such as aggravated arson and criminal child enticement alongside property crimes, wellness checks, and non-criminal incidents.
Structure Fire Under Investigation on Dunkard Hill Road
Case #SO-P2600918
At 12:15 a.m. on March 10, a deputy was dispatched to the area of Dunkard Hill Road and Charleston Pike in reference to a possible structure fire. Upon arrival, an investigation was started into the aggravated arson incident.
Juvenile Refusal to Attend School Investigated
Case #SO-P2600922
At 7:24 a.m., a deputy responded to Anderson Station Road regarding a juvenile complaint after receiving a call from a parent. The parent reported that her child was refusing to attend school, and an investigation was initiated.
Motor Vehicle Theft Reported in Greenfield
Case #SO-P2600919
At 8:04 a.m., a report was filed regarding the theft of a motor vehicle owned by a couple. The victim reported the vehicle stolen, and the incident was classified as theft by threat and motor vehicle theft.
Unruly Juvenile Complaint on Bethel Road
Case #SO-P2600920
At 8:16 a.m., Deputy Sams and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to Bethel Road in reference to a juvenile complaint. The deputies made contact with the juvenile’s mother, and an investigation was started.
Suspicious Person Report on Musselman Mill Road
Case #SO-P2600921
At 8:36 a.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Musselman Mill Road for a report of a suspicious person. A report was taken and documented in case of further incidents.
Shotgun Stolen from RV on Allen Road
Case #SO-P2600923
At 9:49 a.m., a report was filed regarding the theft of a shotgun from a residential vehicle. The victim reported the theft without consent, and the incident was documented by deputies.
Non-Suspicious Death Investigation in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2600924
At 10:04 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to North Main Street in Frankfort in reference to a possible death. The deputy arrived on scene, made contact with EMS personnel, and began an investigation classified as a non-suspicious death.
Non-Criminal Report at Tractor Supply
Case #SO-P2600925
At 11:09 a.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Jefferson Avenue at a Tractor Supply location for a report of a possible theft. A report was taken to document the non-criminal incident.
Fraudulent Check Cashing from Family Trust Account
Case #SO-P2600926
At 2:24 p.m., a report was filed regarding the fraudulent cashing of two checks from a family trust bank account. An unknown person or persons altered and cashed the checks without consent, and the incident was documented.
Altered Check Fraud Reported on Sunrush Boulevard
Case #SO-P2600927
At 2:04 p.m., a victim reported that an unknown person or persons had fraudulently altered a check and cashed it. The incident was classified as theft without consent.
Suicide Threat Complaint on Mount Zion Road
Case #SO-P2600928
At 1:49 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Mount Zion Road in reference to a suicide threats complaint. The deputy arrived on scene and made contact with the caller, who reported that her fiancé was making concerning comments. An investigation was started.
Threats Complaint Results in Telecommunications Harassment Report
Case #SO-P2600929
At 4:42 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Three Locks Road in reference to a threats complaint. The incident was classified as telecommunications harassment.
Inducing Panic Complaint on County Road 550
Case #SO-P2600930
On March 10, a deputy became aware of a complaint on County Road 550 in Frankfort. The deputy spoke to the complainant by phone, who provided information regarding an inducing panic incident. An investigation was started.
Suspicious Person Complaint Results in Child Enticement Arrest
Case #SO-P2600931
At 5:44 p.m., Deputy JoHansen responded to Western Avenue on a suspicious persons complaint. The response resulted in an arrest for criminal child enticement, specifically for knowingly soliciting, coaxing, enticing, or luring a child under 14 years of age.
Altered Mental Status Call at Rozelle Creek Market
Case #SO-P2600932
At 7:14 p.m., Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to Rozelle Creek Market to respond to a report of an individual with altered mental status. The incident was classified as non-criminal.