The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 23 incidents on April 6, 2026, ranging from traffic violations and mental health emergencies to fraud complaints and criminal mischief. The day included two emergency hospitalizations for mental illness, multiple traffic stops resulting in citations, one warrant arrest, and several non-criminal complaints. Activity spanned from the early morning hours through late evening across Chillicothe, Bainbridge, Frankfort, and other areas of Ross County.
Intoxicated Male Cited After Traffic Stop
Case #SO-P2601364
At approximately 12:16 a.m., Deputy Williamson stopped out with Ohio State Patrol on the exit ramp to State Route 159 from US-23 in Ross County to assist with a drunk male subject. An investigation was started and a citation was issued for disorderly conduct while intoxicated and creating a risk of harm.
Non-Criminal Complaint at Gas Station
Case #SO-P2601365
At approximately 10:11 a.m., Deputy Sams and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to a Certified gas station on Eastern Avenue in reference to a non-criminal complaint. Upon arrival, the deputies made contact with the complainant and began an investigation.
Telecommunications Scam Reported
Case #SO-P2601366
A resident reported being victimized by a telecommunications scam. The report was filed on April 6, 2026.
Suicidal Female Transported to Hospital
Case #SO-P2601369
At approximately 12:29 p.m., Deputy Tatman, Deputy Nott, and Sergeant Champion were dispatched to State Route 28 in Frankfort in reference to a suicidal female. The caller consented to deputies forcing entry into the home. Once inside, deputies located the female, who was exhibiting signs of a mental health episode and was at risk to herself. The female was transported to the hospital by EMS.
Non-Criminal Complaint in Kingston
Case #SO-P2601370
At approximately 1:00 p.m., Deputy Sams and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to Hunters Way in Kingston in reference to a non-criminal complaint. Upon arrival, the deputies made contact with the homeowner and began an investigation.
Criminal Mischief Complaint on State Route 772
Case #SO-P2601371
On April 6, 2026, at approximately 1:09 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to a location on State Route 772 in reference to a criminal mischief complaint involving property damage.
Suspicious Abandoned Vehicle Behind Business
Case #SO-P2601372
At approximately 1:34 p.m., Deputy Sams and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to Delano Road in reference to a suspicious vehicle. Upon arrival, the deputies made contact with the complainant, who reported that a red Honda Accord was parked suspiciously and abandoned behind his business. An investigation was started.
Criminal Mischief Complaint on State Route 772
Case #SO-P2601374
At approximately 2:46 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to a location on State Route 772 in reference to a criminal mischief complaint.
Scam Victim Report
Case #SO-P2601373
A resident reported having fallen victim to a scam on April 6, 2026.
Threats Complaint Investigated
Case #SO-P2601375
On April 7, 2026, a deputy was dispatched to Anderson Station Road in reference to a threats complaint. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with the caller who advised he had been threatened. An investigation was started.
Expired Registration Traffic Stop in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2601376
At approximately 4:13 p.m., Deputy Williamson was on patrol on Main Street in Bainbridge when he observed a vehicle being operated with an expired registration. A traffic stop was conducted and a citation was issued for operating a motor vehicle without a valid license.
Traffic Violation and Warrant-Related Stop in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2601377
At approximately 4:46 p.m., Deputy Williamson was on patrol in an alley near Mountain and Third Streets in Bainbridge when he observed a vehicle commit a traffic violation. A traffic stop was conducted and a citation was issued for improper turn and failure to signal, as well as driving under suspension related to child support and unpaid fines.
Speeding Citation on US-23
Case #SO-P2601378
At approximately 6:12 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on US-23 near mile marker 15 in Chillicothe. A citation was issued for speeding.
Speeding Citation on South Bridge Street
Case #SO-P2601379
At approximately 6:42 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on South Bridge Street in Chillicothe. A citation was issued for speeding in a 55 mph zone.
Traffic Citation on Massieville Road
Case #SO-P2601380
On April 7, 2026, Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on Massieville Road in Massieville. A citation was issued for reduced roads violation.
Warrant Arrest in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2601381
At approximately 7:36 p.m., Deputy Williamson was on patrol on Main Street in Bainbridge when he observed a male with active warrants in the front passenger seat of a vehicle. A traffic stop was conducted and an arrest was made.
Criminal Mischief Response on Valley Road
Case #SO-P2601382
At approximately 8:28 p.m., Deputy JoHansen responded to the 400 block of Valley Road in Chillicothe on a criminal mischief complaint.
Criminal Trespass Complaint on Shady Glen Road
Case #SO-P2601386
On April 7, 2026, a deputy was dispatched to Shady Glen Road on the report of a possible trespass. Upon arrival, the deputy did not make contact with anyone but spoke to the caller by phone, who provided information regarding a criminal trespass. An investigation was started.
Threats Complaint on Bunn Road
Case #SO-P2601383
On April 6, 2026, a deputy was dispatched to Bunn Road in reference to a threats complaint.
Harassment Complaint in Clarksburg
Case #SO-P2601384
On April 6, 2026, Sergeant Dutcher was dispatched to Clarksburg in reference to a harassment complaint between two adults. A report was held.
Improper Turn Citation on Black Run Road
Case #SO-P2601385
At approximately 10:15 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop in the 2000 block of Black Run Road in Chillicothe. A citation was issued for improper turn and failure to signal.