On March 23, 2026, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 15 incidents throughout the county, ranging from theft and burglary investigations to a sexual assault complaint and a swatting incident. Notable calls included a juvenile burglary report, livestock at large, vehicle pursuit involving an armed suspect, and a domestic shooting call that was determined to be a false report.
Theft Reported on Rosewood Court
Case #SO-P2601124
At 3:38 a.m., a theft report was conducted over a recorded line on Rosewood Court in Chillicothe. An investigation was initiated into the complaint.
Livestock Complaint on Mt. Olive Road
Case #SO-P2601131
At 8:43 a.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Mt. Olive Road in South Salem for a report of a cow at large. The animals were returned to their owner, and Sheriff Lavender authorized follow-up with a summons.
Juvenile Burglary Investigation on Camp Drive
Case #SO-P2601126
At approximately 9:00 a.m., Sergeant Champion and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to Camp Drive in Chillicothe for a report of a non-active burglary. The parents reported that juveniles had burglarized another home, and an investigation was initiated.
Non-Criminal Complaint on True Hollow Road
Case #SO-P2601127
At 10:27 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 2100 block of True Hollow Road in Chillicothe for a non-criminal complaint.
Assault Investigation at Adena Middle School
Case #SO-P2601130
At 1:27 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Adena Middle School in reference to an assault complaint. An investigation was initiated.
Unconscious Male Located at Rumpke Facility
Case #SO-P2601129
At approximately 2:29 p.m., Sergeant Champion and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to Rumpke on Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe for a report of an unconscious male. The male regained consciousness prior to arrival, and after contact with Scioto Township EMS, refused medical treatment. No probable cause was found for an OVI arrest.
Disorderly Conduct on Polk Hollow Road
Case #SO-P2601133
At 4:41 p.m., deputies were dispatched to Polk Hollow Road in Chillicothe for a disorderly conduct complaint. An argument escalated when one party refused to leave the property, and the report was held.
Theft Complaint Results in Summons on Massieville Road
Case #SO-P2601134
On March 22, 2026, Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to the 2600 block of Massieville Road in Massieville for a theft complaint. A summons was issued as a result of the investigation.
Neighbor Dispute Involving Animals in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2601136
At 6:59 p.m., Sergeant Dutcher was dispatched to State Route 28 in Frankfort for a neighbor dispute. An argument over animals escalated, and the report was held.
Vehicle Pursuit with Armed Suspect on South Bridge Street
Case #SO-P2601135
At 7:55 p.m., Ross County deputies assisted the Chillicothe Police Department with a vehicle pursuit on South Bridge Street. The driver had active warrants for arrest, and the report was held.
Disorderly Conduct on Massieville Road
Case #SO-P2601137
At 9:39 p.m., Deputy JoHansen was flagged down in the 1800 block of Massieville Road in Massieville on a complaint of disorderly conduct.
Sexual Assault Complaint in Greenfield
Case #SO-P2601139
At 11:25 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Mirabeau Street in Greenfield in reference to a sexual assault complaint involving gross sexual imposition.
Swatting Incident on Mount Tabor Road
Case #SO-P2601138
At 11:31 p.m., Sergeant Dutcher and other deputies were dispatched to Mount Tabor Road in Chillicothe for a reported domestic shooting. The call was determined to be a swatting incident, and an investigation was initiated.