On April 21, 2026, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 23 incidents throughout the county. The day’s activity included two arrests—one for domestic violence and one related to drug possession and traffic violations—as well as multiple welfare checks, disorderly conduct calls, theft investigations, and traffic enforcement stops. Notable incidents included a child abuse complaint referred to Children Services, a vehicle vandalism investigation, and identity theft involving fraudulent credit card activity.
Welfare Check on Pleasant Valley Road
Case #SO-P2601661
At approximately 12:16 a.m., deputies were dispatched to the 15000 block of Pleasant Valley Road in Chillicothe for a welfare check. The person checked was found to be okay.
Vehicle Vandalism on County Road 550
Case #SO-P2601662
At approximately 4:37 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to County Road 550 in Frankfort in reference to a criminal mischief complaint. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with the caller, who reported his vehicle had been vandalized, and an investigation was initiated.
Theft Investigation on Lick Run Road
Case #SO-P2601663
At approximately 8:53 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 3100 block of Lick Run Road in Chillicothe for a theft complaint. An investigation was started upon arrival.
Identity Theft and Fraudulent Credit Card Account
Case #SO-P2601664
At approximately 8:27 a.m., a report was filed regarding identity theft on Upper Twin Road in South Salem. The caller reported that her father’s Social Security number was used to open a fraudulent credit card account.
Domestic Dispute on US-23
Case #SO-P2601665
At approximately 9:45 a.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to US-23 in Chillicothe for a domestic complaint. Both subjects involved were warned for disorderly conduct.
Disorderly Conduct Complaint on Cattail Road
Case #SO-P2601667
At approximately 11:30 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Cattail Road in Chillicothe in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with the caller, who believed her husband would become disorderly when he finished a phone call, and an investigation was started.
Juvenile Injury Report at Law Enforcement Center
Case #SO-P2601668
At approximately 12:17 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to the Law Enforcement Center in Clarksburg regarding a juvenile complaint. The caller reported that her daughter had been scratched in the face, and an investigation was initiated.
Child Abuse Complaint Referred to Children Services
Case #SO-P2601670
At approximately 1:35 p.m., Sergeant Champion was dispatched to the lobby of the Law Enforcement Center in reference to a child abuse complaint. A male reported that his daughter had disclosed self-harming behavior and reported abuse of another child at her mother’s home. Children Services was contacted, and an investigation was started.
Parking Lot Accident on Charleston Pike
Case #SO-P2601669
At approximately 12:42 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 600 block of Charleston Pike in Chillicothe regarding an accident in a parking lot. An investigation was started upon arrival.
Arrest for Domestic Violence in Kingston
Case #SO-P2601671
At approximately 1:19 p.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to SR-180 in Kingston for a threats complaint. One subject was arrested for domestic violence, and multiple charges including possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia were involved.
Welfare Check on Leeds Road
Case #SO-P2601672
At approximately 3:44 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to a residence on Leeds Road in Chillicothe in reference to a welfare check on a female. The call involved a disorderly conduct concern.
Criminal Trespass on Hospital Road
Case #SO-P2601673
At approximately 4:27 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Hospital Road in Chillicothe in reference to a disorderly complaint. An investigation was started.
Welfare Check on Westfall Road
Case #SO-P2601676
At approximately 8:01 p.m., Sergeant Dutcher and Deputy Jackson were dispatched to the 6000 block of Westfall Road in Frankfort for a welfare check. The male was found to be okay.
Traffic Stop Yields Drug Paraphernalia and Drug Charges
Case #SO-P2601674
At approximately 8:13 p.m., Deputy Sutton initiated a traffic stop on Southern Avenue in Chillicothe after clocking a 2006 white Dodge Ram traveling 54 miles per hour in a 40 miles per hour zone. Upon investigation, it was determined the driver had no valid operator license. During a vehicle inventory, drug paraphernalia was discovered, and the driver was arrested on multiple charges including operating a motor vehicle without a valid license, possession of drugs, and drug paraphernalia charges.
Speeding Citation Near Higby Road
Case #SO-P2601675
At approximately 8:26 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on Old US-35 near Higby Road in Chillicothe. A citation was issued for speeding.
Traffic Stop in Richmond Dale
Case #SO-P2601677
At approximately 8:47 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on Jackson Street near Market Street in Richmond Dale. A citation was issued for multiple violations including failure to display two required headlights and child support/unpaid fines.
Traffic Control Violation on East Water Street
Case #SO-P2601678
At approximately 9:09 p.m., a deputy initiated a traffic stop on East Water Street in Chillicothe. A citation was issued for failure to obey a traffic control device.
Non-Criminal Report on Sixth Street
Case #SO-P2601679
At approximately 9:11 p.m., a deputy took a phone report in reference to a non-criminal complaint on Sixth Street in Clarksburg.
OVI Assistance on US-23
Case #SO-P2601680
At approximately 9:39 p.m., Sergeant Dutcher assisted the Ohio State Highway Patrol on a traffic stop on US-23 at SR-207 in Chillicothe involving an operating a vehicle while intoxicated charge.
Non-Criminal Complaint on South Main Street
Case #SO-P2601681
At approximately 10:23 p.m., Deputy Sutton was dispatched to South Main Street in Kingston in reference to a non-criminal complaint. The deputy made contact with the complainant, and an investigation was started.
Headlight Violation Citation on US-23
Case #SO-P2601682
At approximately 10:30 p.m., a deputy initiated a traffic stop on US-23 in Chillicothe. A citation was issued for failure to display two required headlights.
Improper Turn Citation on US-35
Case #SO-P2601683
At approximately 11:04 p.m., a deputy initiated a traffic stop on US-35. A citation was issued for improper turn or failure to signal.
Traffic Violation on South Bridge Street
Case #SO-P2601684
At approximately 11:07 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on South Bridge Street near Open Door Church in Chillicothe. A citation was issued for improper turn or failure to signal.