The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 20 incidents on April 27, 2026, ranging from non-criminal complaints and traffic violations to disorderly conduct, theft, and assault reports. The day’s activity included multiple welfare checks, juvenile-related incidents, mental health holds, and traffic enforcement, with most calls concentrated in Chillicothe and surrounding areas.
Non-Criminal Complaint in Adelphi
Case #SO-P2601781
At approximately 12:38 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Dawson Street in Adelphi in reference to a non-criminal complaint.
Ongoing Harassment Complaint in Chillicothe
Case #SO-P2601780
At 12:45 a.m., Sergeant Dutcher handled a harassment complaint on North Paint Street in Chillicothe. The complaint involved an ongoing issue and the report was held pending further investigation.
Red Light Violation at Moundsville and SR 104
Case #SO-P2601782
At 1:16 a.m., Sergeant Dutcher observed a vehicle run a red light at the intersection of Moundsville Road and SR 104 in Chillicothe. A traffic stop was conducted and a citation was issued to the driver.
Possible Assault Report at Adena Hospital
Case #SO-P2601783
At 4:35 a.m., Deputy Morgan responded to Adena Hospital on Hospital Road in Chillicothe for a possible assault report. A report was taken documenting the incident.
Disorderly Conduct Complaint in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2601784
At 8:35 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Penwell Hollow Road in Bainbridge in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint.
Threatening Statements Made During Domestic Dispute
Case #SO-P2601785
At 9:46 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Legend Drive in Chillicothe for a threats complaint. The complainant reported that her husband had made verbal threats toward her. An investigation was started and a report was written.
Mental Health Crisis on State Route 180
Case #SO-P2601788
At 11:08 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to State Route 180 in Chillicothe on the report of a domestic disturbance. Upon arrival, the deputy spoke with the complainant, who provided information regarding an altered mental status. An emergency hospitalization hold for mental illness was initiated and an investigation was started.
Juvenile Follow-Up at Zane Trace High School
Case #SO-P2601786
At 11:37 a.m., a deputy conducted a follow-up at Zane Trace High School in Chillicothe in reference to a juvenile matter. An investigation was started.
Unusual Text Messages Reported at Law Enforcement Complex
Case #SO-P2601787
At 11:39 a.m., Deputy Morgan responded to the Law Enforcement Complex on North Paint Street in Chillicothe to take a report for unusual text messages. A non-criminal report was taken.
Welfare Check Leads to Emergency Hospitalization
Case #SO-P2601789
At 12:01 p.m., Deputy Morgan responded to the 3000 block of CR-550 in Frankfort in reference to a welfare check. A female was found to be in good health but was transported to Adena Hospital for further mental health treatment. An emergency hospitalization hold was issued.
Criminal Trespass Complaint in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2601790
At 12:46 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to East Main Street in Bainbridge in reference to a trespass complaint.
Missing Child Report Taken at Law Enforcement Complex
Case #SO-P2601791
At 1:10 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to the Law Enforcement Complex on Clinton Road in Chillicothe in reference to a missing person report. The caller stated that he had recently been released from prison and was unable to locate his child, whose mother had also passed away. An investigation was started and a report was written.
Unruly Juvenile on Pleasant Valley Road
Case #SO-P2601792
At 1:55 p.m., Deputy Morgan responded to the 14000 block of Pleasant Valley Road in Chillicothe in reference to an unruly juvenile. A report was taken and the juvenile was warned to behave.
Theft Report Filed at Law Enforcement Complex
Case #SO-P2601793
At 3:54 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to the lobby of the law enforcement complex in Chillicothe. The deputy spoke with a victim who provided information regarding a theft. An investigation was started.
Disorderly Conduct Involving Possible Drug Influence in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2601794
At 5:35 p.m., Sergeant Riege and Deputy Speakman were dispatched to an address on Sulphur Lick Road in Frankfort in reference to a disorderly incident. The caller reported that a daughter at the residence was possibly under the influence of a drug and was yelling and creating a scene. An investigation was started.
Warrant Assistance in Adelphi
Case #SO-P2601796
At 6:25 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin assisted Chillicothe Municipal Court Probation Officers on a warrant attempt in Adelphi on Market Street in Laurelville. The deputy was charged with obstructing official business.
Eight-Year-Old Acting Out and Attempting to Run Away
Case #SO-P2601795
At 6:39 p.m., Sergeant Riege was dispatched to an address on Apollo Lane in Chillicothe in reference to a juvenile complaint. The mother reported that her eight-year-old was acting out and attempting to run away by sneaking out exits and windows.
Deputy Assists OSP on Traffic Stop
Case #SO-P2601798
At 8:46 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was requested to assist the Ohio State Highway Patrol on a traffic stop on West 4th Street near South Paint Street in Chillicothe. Drug paraphernalia was discovered during the stop.
Assault Report on Hartwood Road
Case #SO-P2601797
At 8:58 p.m., an RCSO deputy was dispatched to Arrowood Road and Hartwood Road in Chillicothe for a report of an assault. An investigation was started.
Suspicious Person Report on SR 772
Case #SO-P2601799
At 10:24 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to a residence on SR 772 in Chillicothe in reference to a suspicious person. Disorderly conduct was reported at the location.