On April 13, 2026, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 19 incidents throughout the county, including reports of a suicidal subject, school threats, fraud complaints, traffic accidents, and theft. Notable calls included a terroristic threat at a school, an armed robbery investigation, and multiple property crimes. The day’s activity spanned from 8:13 a.m. to 11:24 p.m. across Chillicothe, Bainbridge, Kingston, Frankfort, and Waverly.
Suicidal Subject Transported to Hospital
Case #SO-P2601522
At approximately 8:13 a.m., deputies were dispatched to State Route 159 in reference to a suicidal subject. The individual was transported to Adena Regional Medical Center for emergency hospitalization and mental health evaluation.
School Threat Investigation Opened at Huntington Schools
Case #SO-P2601521
At approximately 8:22 a.m., units were dispatched to Huntsman Road for a report of a terroristic threat at Huntington Schools. Units responded to the school and an investigation was opened.
Vehicle Struck in Hit-and-Run on Hospital Road
Case #SO-P2601524
At approximately 8:46 a.m., deputies were dispatched to Hospital Road in reference to a motor vehicle accident. Upon arrival, the caller reported that her vehicle had been struck. An investigation was started.
Juvenile Makes Alarming Statements at School
Case #SO-P2601523
At approximately 9:20 a.m., deputies were dispatched to County Road 550 in Frankfort in reference to a student making concerning statements at school. An assistant principal reported that the student made statements about a gun and harming others. An investigation was started and a report was documented.
Vandalism Complaint at City Equipment
Case #SO-P2601525
At approximately 9:23 a.m., deputies were dispatched to State Route 104 in reference to vandalism. Upon arrival, the deputy met with City of Chillicothe employees who showed equipment that had been vandalized. An investigation was started and a report was documented.
Identity Fraud Investigation Opened
Case #SO-P2601526
At approximately 11:04 a.m., deputies were dispatched to Rocky Road in reference to a fraud complaint. The caller reported that someone had fraudulently filed taxes in their name. An investigation was started.
Arrest Made on South Watt Street
Case #SO-P2601527
At approximately 11:16 a.m., deputies were dispatched to South Watt Street in reference to a theft offense. An arrest was made on charges including warrant service, obstructing official business, drug paraphernalia, and theft without consent.
Unauthorized Credit Card Purchase Reported
Case #SO-P2601532
At approximately 11:41 a.m., deputies were dispatched to East Ing Street in Kingston in reference to a theft complaint. The caller reported that an unauthorized purchase had been made with their banking card. An investigation was started.
Hostile Behavior Reported During EMS Call
Case #SO-P2601528
At approximately 12:22 p.m., Lt. McGoye was dispatched to a residence on US Route 50 regarding a complaint that people at the scene of a medical call were being hostile toward EMS personnel. By the time the lieutenant arrived, the scene was calm and the patient refused treatment and transport.
Scam Attempt Reported in Kingston
Case #SO-P2601529
At approximately 1:35 p.m., deputies were dispatched to Windsor Drive in Kingston in reference to a scam report. The caller reported that an unknown person had attempted to scam them. An investigation was started.
Hit-and-Run on Western Avenue
Case #SO-P2601530
At approximately 2:09 p.m., deputies were dispatched to Western Avenue in reference to a motor vehicle accident. Upon arrival, the deputy found a car had been struck with no other vehicle present at the scene. An investigation was started and a report was documented.
Breaking and Entering Investigation on South Bridge Street
Case #SO-P2601533
At approximately 5:52 p.m., Sergeant Riege responded to a complaint regarding a theft at a residence on South Bridge Street. The complainant reported that items had been removed from the residence prior to moving out. An investigation was started.
Hit-and-Run at Dairy Queen in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2601534
At approximately 6:00 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to the Dairy Queen in Bainbridge in reference to a motor vehicle accident hit-and-run. An investigation was initiated.
Possible Protection Order Violation Investigated
Case #SO-P2601536
At approximately 8:09 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to a residence on East Second Street in Bainbridge in reference to a possible protection order violation. An investigation was conducted.
Runaway Juvenile Located in Woods
Case #SO-P2601535
At approximately 8:19 p.m., Sergeant Riege was dispatched to Hartwood Road to locate a juvenile who had left the residence. The caller reported that the juvenile had texted that he was in the woods. The juvenile was located and a report was documented.
Theft and Trespassing at Franklin Circle
Case #SO-P2601538
At approximately 8:26 p.m., RCSO Deputies were dispatched to the 300 block of Franklin Circle for a report of theft and trespassing. An investigation was started.
CPS Assistance Requested on Blain Highway
Case #SO-P2601537
At approximately 8:34 p.m., Sergeant Riege was dispatched to an address on Blain Highway to assist Child Protective Services. Dispatch advised that CPS was pursuing an ex parte order. A report was documented.
Theft Reported in Waverly
Case #SO-P2601539
At approximately 10:04 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin took a report over the phone at the Adena Patrol Base in reference to a theft in Waverly on Denver Road. An investigation was documented.
Disorderly Conduct Reported in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2601540
At approximately 11:24 p.m., RCSO Deputies were dispatched to the 6700 block of US Route 50 in Bainbridge for a report of disorderly conduct. An investigation was started.