The Ross County Sheriff’s Office handled 19 incidents on March 24, 2026, ranging from juvenile complaints and disorderly conduct calls to more serious felony investigations including rape, arson, and domestic violence. The day saw activity spread across multiple jurisdictions within Ross County, with the majority of calls concentrated in Chillicothe. Notable incidents included a follow-up investigation into a possible sexual offense at a local school, a fire investigation on Reub Hill Road, and a domestic violence incident involving assault.
Unruly Juvenile Investigated in Chillicothe
Case #SO-P2601140
At 7:32 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 2100 block of True Hollow Road in Chillicothe in reference to an unruly juvenile. An investigation was initiated upon arrival.
Juvenile Complaint at Law Enforcement Complex
Case #SO-P2601141
At approximately 9:26 a.m., Sergeant Champion and Deputy Sutton responded to the Law Enforcement Complex lobby in Frankfort regarding a juvenile complaint. Contact was made with the parent of the juvenile, and an investigation was started.
Harassment Complaint Investigated in Chillicothe
Case #SO-P2601144
At approximately 10:46 a.m., Sergeant Champion and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to Miner Lane in reference to a harassment complaint. The deputies made contact with the complainant and initiated an investigation.
Disorderly Conduct Subjects Warned on Massieville Road
Case #SO-P2601143
At 10:45 a.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Massieville Road for a non-active disorderly conduct call. Both subjects involved were warned for disorderly conduct.
Vandalism Complaint Reported on US Route 50
Case #SO-P2601146
At 11:31 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to US Route 50 in reference to a vandalism complaint. An investigation was initiated at the scene.
Domestic Dispute Results in Disorderly Warning on Black Run Road
Case #SO-P2601147
At 12:06 p.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Black Run Road for a domestic incident. Both subjects were warned for disorderly conduct.
Sex Offense Follow-Up Investigation at Local School
Case #SO-P2601148
At 1:25 p.m., a deputy arrived at Huntington Local School to conduct a follow-up investigation on a possible sex offense. An investigation was initiated.
Fire Investigation on Reub Hill Road
Case #SO-P2601149
At 1:37 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Reub Hill Road in reference to a fire. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with the Fire Department and initiated an investigation into the arson allegation.
Credit Card Misuse Investigation in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2601151
At approximately 2:54 p.m., Sergeant Champion and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to East Main Street in Bainbridge in reference to a theft involving credit card misuse. Deputy Sutton made contact with the complainant and started an investigation.
Disorderly Conduct Warning on US Route 50
Case #SO-P2601153
At 3:38 p.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to US Route 50 for a threats complaint. One subject was warned for disorderly conduct.
Standby Order Executed at Law Enforcement Complex
Case #SO-P2601156
At 4:24 p.m., Sergeant Dutcher was dispatched to the Law Enforcement Complex for a standby order. A court order was executed and the report was held.
Criminal Trespass Complaint on Hartwood Road
Case #SO-P2601154
At 4:26 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Hartwood Road in reference to a trespass complaint. The deputy made contact with the caller, who reported that her ex-husband was trespassing, and initiated an investigation.
Found Property Report on Hopetown Road
Case #SO-P2601161
At 5:26 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Hopetown Road in reference to found property.
Disorderly Incident at Atlantis Road
Case #SO-P2601155
At 5:29 p.m., Deputy JoHansen and Deputy Jackson responded to 170 Atlantis Road in reference to a disorderly complaint.
Domestic Violence Investigation on Upper Twin Road
Case #SO-P2601160
At 6:43 p.m., Sergeant Dutcher was dispatched to Upper Twin Road in South Salem for a domestic dispute. A female assaulted her sister in front of witnesses, and an investigation was initiated.
Suspicious Persons Complaint in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2601157
At 7:29 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Frankfort-Clarksburg Pike in reference to a suspicious persons complaint.
Traffic Stop for Improper Turn on Massieville Road
Case #SO-P2601158
At 9:13 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop at 2324 Massieville Road for an improper turn and failure to signal. A citation was issued to the driver.
Stop Sign Violation Results in Multiple Charges
Case #SO-P2601159
At 10:11 p.m., Deputy Woodbridge initiated a traffic stop on Massieville Road for a stop sign violation. The driver was cited for obstructing official business, failure to obey a traffic control device, operating a motor vehicle without a valid license, and a warrant violation.