The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 18 incidents on April 9, 2026, ranging from welfare checks and disorderly conduct complaints to two non-suspicious deaths, assault investigations, and mental health emergencies. The day’s activity included traffic enforcement, protection order violations, and several calls involving intoxicated individuals and mental health crises.
Disorderly Couple Dispute Over Child
Case #SO-P2601443
At 12:34 a.m., deputies were dispatched to the 7800 block of State Route 772 for a report of a disorderly couple arguing over a child. An investigation was started.
Warrant Issued for Disorderly Patient at Hospital
Case #SO-P2601445
At 2:51 a.m., deputies responded to Adena Regional Medical Center regarding a disorderly patient who had already been treated and discharged. An investigation was initiated.
Non-Suspicious Death Reported in South Salem
Case #SO-P2601446
At 5:17 a.m., Deputy Morgan responded to Main Street in South Salem in reference to an unresponsive male. Emergency Medical Services pronounced the individual deceased, and a non-suspicious death report was completed.
Telecommunications Harassment Complaint Filed
Case #SO-P2601447
At 8:49 a.m., a deputy was requested at the Law Complex lobby for a harassment complaint involving calls intended to abuse, threaten, or annoy. An investigation was opened after contact was made with the complainant.
Second Non-Suspicious Death Recorded
Case #SO-P2601448
At 10:07 a.m., Deputy Morgan responded to Trego Creek Road for an unresponsive male. Huntington Township EMS pronounced the individual deceased, and a non-suspicious death report was documented.
Welfare Check Concludes Successfully
Case #SO-P2601449
At 11:07 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 5000 block of Mount Tabor Road for a welfare check. Contact was established by telephone, and the subject confirmed they were in good condition.
School Bus Assault Investigation Opened
Case #SO-P2601455
At 11:38 a.m., a report was filed at the Law Complex lobby regarding an assault that occurred on a school bus. According to the complaint, a child was assaulted by a bus driver. An investigation was started and a formal report was written.
Female Transported for Mental Health Evaluation
Case #SO-P2601451
At 12:13 p.m., Deputy Morgan responded to the 1000 block of Camelin Hill Road regarding a female experiencing an altered mental state. The individual was subsequently transported to Adena for treatment.
Protection Order Violation Reported
Case #SO-P2601452
At 1:24 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Anderson Station Road regarding a complaint. The caller reported that a subject with a protection order against him had come to the residence while the occupant was not home. An investigation was initiated.
Intoxicated Woman Found in Vehicle
Case #SO-P2601454
At 2:53 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Page Road in reference to an unresponsive female in a vehicle. Upon arrival, the subject was found to be highly intoxicated and was transported to the hospital. A summons was issued for disorderly conduct.
Criminal Mischief Complaint Taken
Case #SO-P2601453
At 3:07 p.m., a deputy spoke with a subject by telephone regarding a criminal mischief incident that occurred in the area of State Route 772 and Black Run Road.
Temporary Protection Order Violation Warrant Requested
Case #SO-P2601456
At 4:58 p.m., Deputy Morgan responded to the 9000 block of Blain Highway regarding a court order violation. A warrant was requested for a male in connection with violating a temporary protection order.
Traffic Stop Results in Distracted Driving Citation
Case #SO-P2601457
At 5:44 p.m., Deputy Morgan conducted a traffic stop on US-50 near Maple Grove Road for multiple traffic violations. The driver was cited for failure to stay in marked lanes and driving while texting.
Threats Reported in Greenfield
Case #SO-P2601459
At 7:29 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the 400 block of Slate Hill Road in Greenfield for a report of threats. An investigation was initiated.
Assault Investigation Initiated at Pilot Travel Center
Case #SO-P2601458
At 7:51 p.m., Deputy Williamson was on patrol at the Pilot travel center on East Main Street when individuals approached requesting to report an assault. Multiple charges including assault and aggravated assault were listed. An investigation was started.
Suicidal Threats Prompt Mental Health Hold
Case #SO-P2601460
At 8:19 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to Overbrook Apartments regarding a female juvenile making suicidal threats. An emergency hospitalization mental illness hold was initiated.
Mental Illness Order Attempted
Case #SO-P2601461
At 10:24 p.m., deputies arrived at North Rose Street in Chillicothe to attempt a mental illness order. An investigation was started.
Welfare Check Conducted in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2601462
At 11:25 p.m., Deputy Williamson was dispatched to Jester Hill Road in Bainbridge for a welfare check on a subject who had not been seen or heard from in days. Contact was made with the caller, and the situation was documented.