The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 14 incidents on May 11, 2026, ranging from non-criminal welfare checks and traffic violations to serious criminal offenses including a sex crime investigation and school-based threats. Notable calls included a dog bite incident, a Facebook scam, assistance with child protective services, and a warrant arrest.
Dog Fight Results in Injury to Female
Case #SO-P2602059
At approximately 5:28 a.m., deputies responded to Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe for a report of a dog bite. Upon arrival, it was discovered that two dogs had been involved in a fight during which a female was bitten on the foot. The Dog Warden was notified of the incident.
Sex Offense Investigation Underway on County Road 550
Case #SO-P2602060
At approximately 9:45 a.m., a deputy responded to County Road 550 in Frankfort on a report of a sex offense. The deputy spoke with the complainant and began an investigation into the allegation of gross sexual imposition involving force.
Welfare Check Requested for Chillicothe Resident
Case #SO-P2602061
At approximately 10:26 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to U.S. Route 50 in Chillicothe to conduct a welfare check on a female. A son had called in expressing concerns about the quality of care his mother was receiving. An investigation was initiated.
Intoxicated Male Arrested in Chillicothe
Case #SO-P2602062
At approximately 10:47 a.m., Deputy Morgan responded to Hines Boulevard in Chillicothe for a report of an intoxicated male. The individual was arrested for disorderly conduct involving intoxication and a risk of harm, and was transported to jail.
Disorderly Conduct Report on State Route 772
Case #SO-P2602063
At approximately 10:54 a.m., a deputy responded to State Route 772 in Chillicothe on a disorderly conduct report. The deputy spoke with the complainant and began an investigation.
Non-Injury Vehicle Crash in South Salem
Case #SO-P2602065
At approximately 12:09 p.m., Deputy Morgan responded to the 1000 block of Edgington Road in South Salem for a vehicle crash. A non-injury crash report was taken with charges including speed limit violations and failure to maintain assured clear distance.
Facebook Sales Scam Reports $2,000 Loss
Case #SO-P2602066
At approximately 12:43 p.m., a deputy met with a complainant at the Law Enforcement Complex in Chillicothe regarding a scam report. The complainant reported being defrauded of $2,000 while attempting to sell an item on Facebook. An investigation was initiated.
Deputies Assist with Child Protective Services
Case #SO-P2602068
At approximately 12:55 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to State Route 772 in Chillicothe to assist Child Protective Services with an ex-parte order. Two children were placed into CPS custody as a result of the action.
Student on School Bus Makes Death Threats
Case #SO-P2602069
At approximately 3:22 p.m., a deputy responded to Francis Lane in Chillicothe on a report of a student making threats aboard a school bus. The deputy spoke with the bus driver, who confirmed the student had made death threats toward other students. An investigation was started.
Warrant Arrest Made at County Line
Case #SO-P2602070
At approximately 5:18 p.m., Sergeant Riege met with Washington Court House Police Department at the Ross/Fayette County line on U.S. Route 35 to receive a male subject on a warrant relay. The subject was transported to the Ross County Jail without incident.
Possible Assault Reported in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2602071
At approximately 8:04 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Greenlee Road in Frankfort in reference to a possible assault report. An investigation was initiated.
Telecommunications Harassment Report Filed
Case #SO-P2602072
At approximately 8:47 p.m., a deputy conducted a non-criminal report over the phone regarding telecommunications harassment on Darby Lane in Frankfort, with the officer’s body camera activated. An investigation was started.
Trespasser Makes Threats Before Fleeing Property
Case #SO-P2602073
At approximately 9:42 p.m., Sergeant Riege received a phone report from North Second Street in Frankfort regarding a trespass and disorderly conduct complaint. The caller reported that a known male had walked onto the property, made threats, and left before deputies arrived. An investigation was initiated.
Traffic Stop Assisted by Ohio State Patrol
Case #SO-P2602074
At approximately 9:50 p.m., Deputy Williamson assisted the Ohio State Patrol with a traffic stop on Mill Street near Elm Street in Chillicothe. A report was held for documentation involving improper turn and failure to signal violations.