The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 15 incidents on March 29, 2026, ranging from welfare checks and mental health crises to vehicular vandalism, theft, and warrant service. Notable calls included a female actively setting fires on a hillside in Chillicothe, a sexual assault complaint, and multiple juvenile-related disturbances across the county.
Suicidal Person Report on Vollmar Road
Case #SO-P2601265
At 1:23 a.m., Sgt. Dutcher was dispatched to Vollmar Road in Chillicothe for a report of a suicidal person called in by the crisis center. The exact location was unknown, and several residences in the area were checked with no contact made.
Vehicular Vandalism Reported on US Route 23
Case #SO-P2601251
At 11:47 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to 20544 US Route 23 in Chillicothe for a vehicular vandalism complaint. An investigation was initiated upon arrival.
Unruly Juvenile Complaint in Kingston
Case #SO-P2601253
At 1:02 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 100 block of South Main Street in Kingston for a report of an unruly juvenile described as habitually disobedient. An investigation was started upon arrival.
Mental Health Evaluation in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2601252
At approximately 1:15 p.m., Sgt. Champion and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to North Second Street in Frankfort for a report of altered mental status. Upon arrival, the deputies made contact with the complainant and initiated an investigation.
Non-Criminal Complaint on US Route 50
Case #SO-P2601254
At 1:54 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to US Route 50 in reference to a non-criminal complaint. The deputy arrived on scene, made contact with the caller, and began an investigation.
Active Warrant Served in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2601255
At 3:34 p.m., Sgt. Champion and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to East Main Street in Bainbridge in reference to a disorderly complaint. Upon arrival, one female was found to have an active warrant with the Ross County Sheriff’s Office and was detained. The female was transported to the Ross County Jail and booked for the warrant.
Female Arrested for Setting Fires in Chillicothe
Case #SO-P2601257
At 3:54 p.m., Deputy Woodbridge was dispatched to State Route 772 to assist Scioto Township Fire with a female who was actively setting multiple fires on a hillside. An arrest was made for disorderly intoxication and misconduct at an emergency.
Possible Stolen Vehicle Determined Non-Criminal
Case #SO-P2601256
At 3:55 p.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Old Route 35 in Chillicothe for a report of a possible stolen vehicle. The matter was determined to be non-criminal, and the owner took possession of the truck.
Warrant Attempt on Kingston-Adelphi Road
Case #SO-P2601258
At 6:10 p.m., a deputy attempted to serve a warrant on Kingston-Adelphi Road in Kingston.
Sexual Assault Complaint Reported
Case #SO-P2601259
At 6:42 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to North Paint Street in Chillicothe in reference to a sexual assault complaint.
Theft Complaint Taken by Phone
Case #SO-P2601261
At 6:58 p.m., a deputy took a phone report in reference to a theft complaint at Cooks Hill Road in Chillicothe.
Unruly Child Complaint in Kingston
Case #SO-P2601262
At 8:11 p.m., Sgt. Dutcher and Deputy Woodbridge were dispatched to South Main Street in Kingston in reference to a juvenile complaint. An investigation was initiated upon arrival.
Juvenile Custody Dispute Referred to Courts
Case #SO-P2601263
At 9:22 p.m., Sgt. Dutcher was dispatched to Pleasant Valley Road in Chillicothe for a juvenile custody dispute. The matter was referred to the courts for custody arrangements to be made.
Suicide Threats Lead to Emergency Hospitalization
Case #SO-P2601264
At 11:07 p.m., Deputy Jackson and Deputy Woodbridge were dispatched to Lynette Drive in Kingston in reference to a report of suicide threats. A subject was transported to Adena Regional Medical Center for emergency mental illness evaluation and care.