The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 19 incidents on March 28-29, 2026, ranging from disorderly conduct and domestic disturbances to theft complaints, a vehicle crash with serious injuries, and drug possession. Notable calls included a single-vehicle crash that required medical helicopter transport for two passengers, a warrant apprehension, and a drug-related traffic stop. The day saw a mix of criminal and non-criminal complaints distributed across Chillicothe and surrounding areas.

Disorderly Conduct at Alum Cliff Road

Case #SO-P2601232

At approximately 5:14 a.m., Sgt. Champion and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to Alum Cliff Road in reference to a disorderly complaint. Upon arrival, the deputies made contact with the complainant and initiated an investigation.

Warrant Apprehension in Waverly

Case #SO-P2601233

At approximately 5:48 a.m., Deputy Sutton and Sgt. Champion were dispatched to Blain Highway to take custody of a female suspect with an outstanding warrant. The suspect was already in custody of a Pike County Deputy and was transferred to Ross County Sheriff’s custody and transported to the Ross County Jail for booking.

Gunfire Report on Black Run Road

Case #SO-P2601234

At approximately 6:56 a.m., Sgt. Champion and Deputy Sutton responded to Black Run Road in reference to gunfire. The deputies made contact with the complainant and initiated an investigation.

Animal Complaint on Walnut Creek Road

Case #SO-P2601235

A deputy was dispatched to the 4500 block of Walnut Creek Road in Kingston at approximately 9:27 a.m. for an animal complaint.

Non-Criminal Complaint at Law Enforcement Center

Case #SO-P2601238

At approximately 11:41 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to the Law Enforcement Center at 28 North Paint Street for a non-criminal complaint. An investigation was initiated upon arrival.

Disorderly Conduct on SR-41 in Bainbridge

Case #SO-P2601239

At approximately 11:45 a.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to State Route 41 in Bainbridge for a disorderly complaint. The subject was warned for disorderly conduct and the parties were separated.

Shed Burglary on Western Avenue

Case #SO-P2601236

At approximately 11:52 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Western Avenue in reference to a theft complaint. Upon arrival, the caller reported that his shed had been broken into, and an investigation was initiated.

Single-Vehicle Crash Requires Medical Helicopter Transport

Case #SO-P2601237

At approximately 12:05 p.m., Sgt. Champion and Deputy Sutton responded to Black Run Road for a single-vehicle crash. Multiple fire and EMS agencies, including Twin Township, Bainbridge, and Huntington fire departments, assisted with medical treatment. Two passengers were transported via medical helicopter to Columbus, while all occupants received on-scene care.

Structure Fire on Maple Grove Road

Case #SO-P2601240

At approximately 12:13 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Maple Grove Road in reference to a structure fire. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with the fire department and initiated an investigation.

Domestic Disturbance on Hartwood Road

Case #SO-P2601241

At approximately 2:41 p.m., Sgt. Champion, Deputy Nott, and Deputy Sutton responded to Hartwood Road in reference to a domestic complaint. The deputies made contact with a party to the call and witnesses, and an investigation was initiated.

Suicidal Threats Complaint on Goodale Drive

Case #SO-P2601242

At approximately 3:16 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Goodale Drive in reference to a suicidal threats complaint. An investigation was initiated.

Court Order Violation in Laurelville

Case #SO-P2601243

At approximately 5:05 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to North Paint Street in Laurelville in reference to a court order violation.

Disorderly Conduct Complaint in Frankfort

Case #SO-P2601244

At approximately 8:04 p.m., Sgt. Dutcher was dispatched to North Second Street in Frankfort for a disorderly complaint. The complainant was intoxicated and claimed to have been threatened. An investigation was initiated, but no probable cause was found.

Wrong-Way Four-Wheeler Traffic Stop on Massieville Road

Case #SO-P2601245

At approximately 8:34 p.m., a deputy attempted to initiate a traffic stop with a wrong-way driver operating a four-wheeler on Massieville Road. The investigation is pending.

Traffic Stop Yields Narcotics in Bainbridge

Case #SO-P2601246

At approximately 9:59 p.m., Deputy Morgan conducted a traffic stop on Main Street in Bainbridge. A probable cause search was conducted during the stop, and suspected narcotics were located in the vehicle.

Disorderly Complaint on Pennyroyal Road

Case #SO-P2601247

At approximately 9:35 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Pennyroyal Road in reference to a disorderly complaint.

Theft Complaint on Sullivan Road

Case #SO-P2601248

At approximately 10:25 p.m., Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to the 2000 block of Sullivan Road in Chillicothe for a theft complaint. The investigation remains ongoing.

Wallet Theft on Eastern Avenue

Case #SO-P2601250

At approximately 11:38 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 800 block of Eastern Avenue in reference to a theft report of a wallet. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with the complainant and initiated an investigation.

Domestic Disturbance on Trego Creek Road

Case #SO-P2601249

On March 29 at approximately 11:42 p.m., Sgt. Dutcher responded to Trego Creek Road for a domestic disturbance. Neither party reported that violence had occurred, and the report was held.

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