The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 15 incidents on May 2, 2026, ranging from traffic crashes and vehicle control violations to serious felony offenses including a reported shooting into an occupied residence and a domestic violence assault. The day’s activity also included warrant services, harassment complaints, theft investigations, and assistance to other agencies.
Arrest Warrant Served at County Line
Case #SO-P2601892
At 3:56 a.m., Sgt. Riege was dispatched to US 23 at the Ross County and Pickaway County line in reference to a relay with the Pickaway County Sheriff’s Office regarding a female subject with an outstanding arrest warrant. The subject was transported to the Ross County Jail.
Vehicle Crash with Drug Paraphernalia in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2601893
At 5:13 a.m., Deputy Morgan responded to a vehicle crash in the 5000 block of Jester Hill Road in Bainbridge. The driver sustained minor injuries and was transported to Adena Medical Center. The driver was cited for failure to control a vehicle, and drug paraphernalia was discovered during the investigation.
Back Window Shot Out on State Route 207
Case #SO-P2601894
At 9:00 a.m., a deputy was dispatched after a motorist reported that their vehicle’s back window had been shot out while parked on State Route 207 in Chillicothe. An investigation into the criminal mischief was opened.
Telecommunications Harassment Complaint in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2601895
At 10:28 a.m., a deputy responded to a complaint on Sulphur Lick Road in Frankfort regarding telecommunications harassment. The complainant provided information about the harassment, and an investigation was initiated.
Juvenile Complaint on Cattail Road
Case #SO-P2601896
At 12:53 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Cattail Road in Chillicothe regarding a juvenile complaint. Upon arrival, the deputy spoke with the complainant, who provided information about a non-criminal incident, and an investigation was started.
Neighbor Harassment Report on Black Run Road
Case #SO-P2601897
At 1:00 p.m., Deputy Morgan responded to the 1000 block of Black Run Road in Chillicothe in reference to harassment from neighbors. A report was filed documenting the complaint.
Two-Vehicle Crash on North Bridge Street
Case #SO-P2601899
At 2:37 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to North Bridge Street in Chillicothe regarding a crash involving two vehicles. An investigation was conducted, and a driver was issued a citation for failure to control a vehicle.
Theft Report in Kingston
Case #SO-P2601900
At 3:57 p.m., a deputy responded to a theft report on South High Street in Kingston. The deputy spoke with the complainant by phone, who provided information about the theft, and an investigation was initiated.
Warrant Arrest on Liberty Hill Road
Case #SO-P2601901
At 4:59 p.m., a warrant arrest was made on Liberty Hill Road in Chillicothe.
Phone Report on Recorded Line in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2601902
At 7:01 p.m., a deputy conducted a phone report on a recorded line regarding an incident on Sulphur Lick Road in Frankfort, and an investigation was initiated.
Medical Assist in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2601903
At 7:24 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to a residence on Walnut Street in Bainbridge in reference to a female slumped over the wheel in a vehicle.
Gunshot Fired Into Occupied Residence on Hanna Lane
Case #SO-P2601904
At 7:59 p.m., an RCSO deputy was dispatched to the 1000 block of Hanna Lane in Chillicothe for a report of a gunshot fired into an occupied residence. An investigation into the felony offense of improperly discharging a firearm at or into an occupied structure was initiated.
Domestic Violence Assault on Vollmar Road
Case #SO-P2601905
At 7:58 p.m., Sgt. Riege and Deputy Ramsey were dispatched to an address on Vollmar Road in Chillicothe in reference to a domestic dispute. Both parties reported that the other had been drinking alcohol and arguing until a physical altercation occurred. An investigation was started.
Domestic Violence Suspect Located and Released to Vinton County
Case #SO-P2601906
At 9:50 p.m., deputies responded to an address on Charleston Pike in Chillicothe to assist the Vinton County Sheriff’s Office in locating a male subject wanted for domestic violence. The subject was located and custody was released to Vinton County authorities.
Incident on Blain Highway
Case #SO-P2601907
At 11:46 p.m., a deputy responded to Blain Highway in Waverly.