The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 16 incidents on May 5, 2026, ranging from non-criminal welfare checks and medical emergencies to criminal offenses including theft, assault, domestic violence, and identity fraud. The most significant incident involved a man jumping from the Elmdale Grange Bridge into the Scioto River, triggering a large-scale response from law enforcement and first responders throughout the county. Additional notable cases included the theft of two dirt bikes, a suspicious person complaint, and several traffic stops resulting in citations.
Suspicious Person at Local Business
Case #SO-P2601943
At approximately 5:34 a.m., Sgt. Champion responded to Western Avenue in reference to a suspicious person. An employee reported that an unidentified male had left the property claiming he had purchased items from a nearby business, and the employee stated she felt uncomfortable. The male was unable to be located.
Medical Emergency on Star Drive
Case #SO-P2601944
At approximately 7:27 a.m., deputies were dispatched to Star Drive for a medical emergency. Upon arrival, deputies located an unconscious female and called emergency medical services to the scene. EMS transported the female to the hospital for treatment.
Theft of Two Dirt Bikes
Case #SO-P2601945
At approximately 9:11 a.m., a theft report was filed regarding two stolen dirt bikes. The report was taken and documented for investigation.
Stolen Property Recovery on Maple Grove Road
Case #SO-P2601949
At approximately 10:14 a.m., a deputy responded to the area of the Maple Grove Road bridge over Paint Creek to assist Chillicothe Police Detectives in recovering stolen property.
Juvenile Welfare Check
Case #SO-P2601948
At approximately 10:37 a.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Massieville Road for a welfare check on a juvenile. The juvenile was found to be safe and was with her mother.
Man Jumps from Elmdale Grange Bridge into Scioto River
Case #SO-P2601950
At approximately 11:14 a.m., Deputy Nott responded to the Elmdale Grange Bridge on Charlestown Pike after receiving a report of a male wearing only boxers standing on the edge of the bridge. As Deputy Nott arrived on scene, the man jumped from the bridge into the Scioto River below, triggering a large-scale response from dozens of law enforcement officers and emergency personnel throughout Ross County. The man was eventually rescued, taken into custody, and transported to an area hospital. Criminal charges including disorderly conduct, obstructing official business, and inducing panic were filed, and the case remains under investigation.
Identity Fraud Investigation in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2601951
At approximately 1:07 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 3400 block of County Road 550 in Frankfort for an identity fraud complaint. An investigation was initiated at the scene.
Traffic Stop for Window Tinting Violation
Case #SO-P2601953
On May 4, 2026, Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on Toad Hollow Road near Massieville Road in Chillicothe for nontransparent material on the vehicle’s windows and rear-view mirror violations.
Disorderly Conduct Complaint on Eastern Avenue
Case #SO-P2601954
At approximately 5:34 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe in reference to a disorderly conduct and assault complaint.
Traffic Stop Results in DUS Citation
Case #SO-P2601955
At approximately 5:58 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop at the Massieville Sunoco in Chillicothe for driving under suspension and defective muffler/excessive smoke violations. A citation was issued.
Intoxicated Juvenile from Kingston Located
Case #SO-P2601957
At approximately 6:02 p.m., Sgt. Dutcher and Deputy Woodbridge responded to East 7th Street in Chillicothe for a report of an intoxicated juvenile who had left home in Kingston. An investigation was initiated and an arrest was made.
Domestic Dispute on Bridenbaugh Lane
Case #SO-P2601956
At approximately 6:41 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Queen Drive in reference to a domestic dispute. The incident was documented and investigated.
Traffic Stop for Traffic Control Violation
Case #SO-P2601958
At approximately 8:28 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on Creek View Drive near Patrician Drive in Chillicothe for failure to obey a traffic control device.
Juvenile Complaint Investigation on Hospital Road
Case #SO-P2601959
At approximately 9:23 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Hospital Road in Chillicothe in reference to a juvenile complaint. An investigation was initiated upon arrival.
Suspicious Person Complaint on State Route 159
Case #SO-P2601960
At approximately 11:34 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 1700 block of State Route 159 in Chillicothe in reference to a suspicious person complaint. An investigation was started upon arrival.