On April 7, 2026, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office handled 35 incidents ranging from traffic violations to serious criminal offenses. Notable calls included a terroristic threat at a school, multiple reports of vehicles shot with BB guns, an assault at a medical facility, an OVI arrest, and various property crimes. The day saw sustained activity throughout with particular clusters of vehicle vandalism reports in the morning hours.
Traffic Stop on US-35 Yields Citation
Case #SO-P2601387
At approximately 12:56 a.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on US-35 near Bridge Street in Chillicothe. A citation was issued to the driver.
Second Traffic Stop Near Bridge Street
Case #SO-P2601388
At approximately 1:17 a.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a second traffic stop on US-35 near Bridge Street in Chillicothe. A citation was issued to the driver.
Bomb Threat Called in at Ross County School
Case #SO-P2601389
At approximately 6:22 a.m., the Sheriff’s Office dispatcher center received a call reporting that bombs were located inside a school within Ross County. Law enforcement responded to the school and began an investigation, which remains ongoing.
Vehicle Shot with BB Gun on US-35
Case #SO-P2601390
At approximately 8:08 a.m., Deputy Nott took a phone report of a vehicle that had been shot with a BB gun. A report was taken and an investigation was initiated.
Drugs Complaint on SR-104
Case #SO-P2601391
At approximately 8:47 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to SR-104 in reference to a drugs complaint. The deputy arrived on scene, made contact with a male, and began an investigation.
Theft Report on Lunbeck Road
Case #SO-P2601396
At approximately 9:19 a.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Lunbeck Road for a theft report. A report was taken, and the deputy indicated plans to follow up with the possible victim.
Theft Report on South Bridge Street
Case #SO-P2601394
At approximately 9:24 a.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to South Bridge Street for a theft report. A report was taken to assist the patient in obtaining a refill of medication.
Vehicle Shot with BB Gun on SR-772
Case #SO-P2601392
At approximately 9:24 a.m., Deputy Nott took a phone report of a vehicle shot with a BB gun on SR-772. A report was taken and an investigation was started.
Vehicle Shot with BB Gun by Pellet Gun
Case #SO-P2601393
At approximately 9:24 a.m., Deputy Nott took a phone report of a vehicle being shot by a BB or pellet gun. A report was taken and an investigation was started.
Vehicle Vandalism at Law Enforcement Center
Case #SO-P2601395
At approximately 9:43 a.m., Sergeant Champion was dispatched to the lobby of the Law Enforcement Center in reference to a vandalism complaint. The sergeant met with the victim, who showed damage to her vehicle consistent with being struck by a BB from a BB gun. Photographs of the damage were taken.
Suspected Drugs Found in Parking Lot
Case #SO-P2601397
At approximately 10:10 a.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to US-50 South in Salem for a report of possible drugs located in a parking lot. A bottle was taken and sent for destruction.
Vehicle Shot with BB Gun, No Charges Wanted
Case #SO-P2601398
At approximately 11:05 a.m., Deputy Nott took a report of a vehicle being shot by a BB or pellet gun. The report was made and no charges were wanted.
Court-Ordered Removal at Unioto High School
Case #SO-P2601401
On April 6, 2026, a deputy was dispatched to Unioto High School to assist South Central Ohio Job & Family Services with a court-ordered removal.
Criminal Mischief Complaint on SR-772
Case #SO-P2601400
At approximately 11:11 a.m., Sergeant Champion took a report regarding a vandalism complaint that occurred on SR-772. The victim stated that his vehicle had been shot while traveling on SR-772. Juvenile suspects have been identified and charges have been filed.
Criminal Mischief Complaint via Social Media
Case #SO-P2601399
On April 7, 2026, a deputy spoke with individuals on social media in reference to a criminal mischief complaint.
Student Complaint at Adena Elementary School
Case #SO-P2601404
At approximately 11:41 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Adena Elementary School in reference to a complaint involving two students that occurred on April 2, 2026.
Vandalism Complaint on SR-772 with Identified Suspects
Case #SO-P2601402
At approximately 11:57 a.m., Sergeant Champion took a report regarding a vandalism complaint that occurred on SR-772. The victim stated that he was traveling on SR-772 when his vehicle was struck by gunfire determined to be from a BB gun. Juvenile suspects have been identified and charges have been filed.
Vehicle Struck by BB Pellets on SR-772
Case #SO-P2601405
At approximately 12:05 p.m., Lieutenant McGovie was dispatched to the Law Complex in Chillicothe regarding a complaint that a vehicle was struck by BB pellets on April 5, 2026, while traveling on SR-772. The lieutenant met with the vehicle owner and observed damage consistent with being struck by pellets fired from a BB gun. An investigation was begun and remains ongoing.
Vehicle Vandalism Report at Law Enforcement Center
Case #SO-P2601403
At approximately 12:09 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to the Law Enforcement Center in reference to a vandalism complaint. The deputy made contact with the caller who reported that her vehicle had been vandalized, and an investigation was started.
Complaint at Overbrook Park Leasing Office
Case #SO-P2601408
At approximately 12:43 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to the leasing office at Overbrook Park in reference to a complaint.
Juvenile Complaint on Hopetown Road
Case #SO-P2601406
At approximately 12:59 p.m., Deputy Sams and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to Hopetown Road in reference to a juvenile complaint. Upon arrival, the deputies made contact with the mother and juvenile, and an investigation was started.
Vandalism Report at Sheriff’s Patrol Station
Case #SO-P2601407
At approximately 2:15 p.m., Deputy Sams and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to the Ross County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Station in reference to a vandalism report. Upon arrival, the deputies made contact with the complainant and began an investigation.
Active Disorderly Conduct on Delano Road
Case #SO-P2601409
At approximately 2:58 p.m., Deputy Sams, Deputy Nott, and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to Delano Road in reference to an active disorderly conduct call. Upon arrival, the deputies made contact with the complainant and suspect, and an investigation was started.
Threats Complaint on Western Avenue
Case #SO-P2601410
At approximately 3:24 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Western Avenue in reference to a threats complaint.
Assault Complaint on Liberty Hill Road
Case #SO-P2601412
At approximately 4:57 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Liberty Hill Road in reference to an assault complaint.
Road Rage Incident on Rozelle Creek Road
Case #SO-P2601411
At approximately 4:58 p.m., Sergeant Dutcher was dispatched to Rozelle Creek Road for a road rage incident. The complaint reported a reckless driver who was followed home, and an investigation was started.
Domestic Violence Complaint on Cattail Road
Case #SO-P2601413
At approximately 5:44 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Cattail Road in reference to a domestic violence complaint involving disorderly conduct and threats.
Juvenile Removal at Scioto Woods
Case #SO-P2601414
At approximately 5:50 p.m., Sergeant Dutcher was dispatched to Scioto Woods for an ex-parte removal of juveniles. The court-ordered removal was carried out without incident.
Criminal Mischief Complaint on Easterday Road
Case #SO-P2601415
At approximately 6:55 p.m., a deputy received a message to contact a caller by phone regarding a criminal mischief complaint that occurred on April 6, 2026.
Criminal Mischief Report on Easterday Road
Case #SO-P2601416
At approximately 7:09 p.m., a deputy received a message from dispatch that an individual needed to speak with the deputy regarding a criminal mischief complaint that occurred on April 6, 2026.
OVI Arrest on Massieville Road
Case #SO-P2601417
At approximately 8:30 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop in the 2000 block of Massieville Road in Chillicothe, resulting in an operating under the influence arrest.
Juvenile Assaults Nurse at Adena Regional Medical Center
Case #SO-P2601418
At approximately 8:47 p.m., Sergeant Dutcher was dispatched to Adena Regional Medical Center for an assault. A juvenile patient assaulted a nurse while the nurse was performing their duties. An investigation was started and an arrest was made.
Theft Complaint on North Paint Street
Case #SO-P2601419
At approximately 10:57 p.m., a deputy responded to North Paint Street in reference to a theft complaint involving falsification for the purpose of committing or facilitating a theft offense.
Traffic Stop Yields Citation on North Bridge Street
Case #SO-P2601420
At approximately 11:22 p.m., a deputy initiated a traffic stop on North Bridge Street for improper turning. A citation was issued to the driver.
Traffic Stop on SR-159 and US-23 Yields Citation
Case #SO-P2601421
At approximately 11:47 p.m., a deputy initiated a traffic stop on SR-159 and US-23 for an unsafe vehicle, improper turn, failure to signal, and operating a motor vehicle without a valid license. A citation was issued.