The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 21 incidents on May 1, 2026, ranging from drug-related arrests and traffic violations to welfare checks, domestic disturbances, and mental health crises. Notable calls included a drug arrest at a local skating rink, a successful location of a missing person with dementia, warrant service, and multiple reports of domestic violence and disorderly conduct throughout the county.
Drug Arrest at Cavalier Skating Rink
Case #SO-P2601871
At 1:07 a.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop at the Cavalier Skating Rink on Pleasant Valley Road in Chillicothe. The stop resulted in a drug offense arrest and the recovery of narcotics. The driver was also cited for failure to stay in marked lanes, operating a motor vehicle without a valid license, and illegal use or possession of drug paraphernalia.
Missing Person with Dementia Located
Case #SO-P2601872
At 3:05 a.m., Sergeant Dutcher and other deputies were dispatched to Delano Road for a report of a missing person with dementia. Deputies quickly located the individual and transported him to the hospital.
Disorderly Conduct Call Resolved
Case #SO-P2601873
At 3:49 a.m., Sergeant Dutcher was dispatched to Hopetown Road for a disorderly conduct report. The involved parties did not want or need law enforcement presence, and the case was closed.
Traffic Stop for Unsafe Passing
Case #SO-P2601882
At 7:28 a.m., a deputy observed a blue sedan pass another vehicle by crossing double yellow lines on Ohio Route 159 near Delano Road. The driver was found to have a suspended license and was issued citations for failure to stay in marked lanes and driving with a suspended license.
Vehicle Crash on Rozelle Creek Road
Case #SO-P2601874
At 7:37 a.m., Deputy Morgan responded to a vehicle crash in the 2000 block of Rozelle Creek Road in Chillicothe. No injuries were reported, and the driver was cited for failure to control the vehicle.
Suspicious Vehicle Report on Eastern Avenue
Case #SO-P2601875
At 7:56 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Eastern Avenue in reference to a suspicious vehicle. The caller reported that a male was possibly smoking illegal narcotics and nearly struck her vehicle before leaving the area. An investigation was started and a report was written.
Domestic Disturbance in Kingston
Case #SO-P2601876
At 10:26 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Oak Lane in Kingston on a report of a domestic disturbance. The deputy spoke with the complainant and obtained information regarding disorderly conduct, and an investigation was started.
Warrant Served in Londonderry
Case #SO-P2601877
At 10:35 a.m., Deputy Morgan served a warrant on an individual in the 2000 block of State Route 327 in Londonderry. The individual was taken to the Ross County Jail and also faced charges related to drug paraphernalia.
Workplace Dispute at Adena Local Schools
Case #SO-P2601878
At 11:44 a.m., a report was filed regarding a problem between coworkers at Adena Local Schools on Egypt Pike in Chillicothe.
Mental Health Crisis on Eastern Avenue
Case #SO-P2601880
At 11:55 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Eastern Avenue for a report of a female experiencing an altered mental status. The caller reported that the female had been having a mental health episode where she was swinging at staff and yelling. An investigation was started and a report was written.
Domestic Disturbance on Marietta Road
Case #SO-P2601879
At 12:01 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Marietta Road on a report of a domestic disturbance. The deputy spoke with the complainant and obtained information regarding disorderly conduct, and an investigation was started.
Suicide Threat Leads to Hospitalization
Case #SO-P2601881
At 12:59 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Moss Hollow Road for a report of a male threatening suicide. Contact was made with the subject’s mother, who stated her son wanted to harm himself or wanted law enforcement to do so. The subject was taken to the hospital, and a report was written.
Theft Report in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2601883
At 4:12 p.m., Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to 206 East Main Street in Bainbridge on a theft report.
Suspicious Person at Richmond Dale Gas Station
Case #SO-P2601887
At 6:08 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to the Sunoco in Richmond Dale in reference to a suspicious person. The individual faced charges related to drug paraphernalia and disorderly conduct while intoxicated.
Unruly Juveniles at Zane Trace High School
Case #SO-P2601889
At 6:12 p.m., RCSO deputies were dispatched to Zane Trace High School for a report of unruly juveniles from a custody exchange. An investigation was started.
Traffic Stop in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2601885
At 6:43 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on Webster Street in Bainbridge, resulting in a citation for operating a motor vehicle without a valid license and failing to obey a traffic control device.
Threats Complaint in South Salem
Case #SO-P2601886
At 7:01 p.m., Deputy Williamson took a phone report regarding a threats complaint on Cropp Street in South Salem. Both parties involved were contacted, and a report was held.
Welfare Check in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2601888
At 8:06 p.m., Deputy JoHansen attempted a welfare check at 404 South Maple Street in Bainbridge.
Domestic Dispute on Skiver Road
Case #SO-P2601890
At 9:50 p.m., Deputies O’Bomsawin and Ramsey were dispatched to a residence on Skiver Road in Chillicothe in reference to a domestic dispute. A warrant was served, and disorderly conduct charges were involved.
Domestic Violence Report at North River Place Apartments
Case #SO-P2601891
At 10:49 p.m., RCSO deputies were dispatched to North River Place Apartments for a report of domestic violence in progress. The individual involved faced charges related to domestic violence causing belief of imminent physical harm and disorderly conduct while intoxicated. An investigation was started.