The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 17 incidents on May 15, 2026, ranging from traffic enforcement and scam complaints to domestic disputes, warrant service, and a significant case of cemetery vandalism affecting approximately 100 grave sites. Notable activities included multiple non-criminal complaints, several warrant arrests, and investigations into disorderly conduct and domestic violence calls throughout the county.
Speeding Violation on US-23
Case #SO-P2602124
At 6:00 a.m., Deputy Morgan conducted a traffic stop on US-23 near Eastern Avenue for speeding. A citation was issued to the driver for traveling 75 miles per hour in a posted 55 miles per hour zone.
Scam Complaint on Pierce Lane
Case #SO-P2602126
At 7:25 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Pierce Lane in Chillicothe in reference to a scam complaint.
Scam Complaint on Steiner Road
Case #SO-P2602127
At 8:16 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Steiner Road in Chillicothe in reference to a scam complaint.
Harassment Complaint in Londonderry
Case #SO-P2602125
At 8:19 a.m., Deputy Morgan was dispatched to the 900 block of Cotterman Lane in Londonderry in reference to a harassment complaint.
Telecommunications Scam Victim Report
Case #SO-P2602128
At 9:47 a.m., a report was filed at the Ross County Sheriff’s Office on North Paint Street in Chillicothe from a victim who had fallen victim to a telecommunications scam.
Approximately 100 Grave Sites Vandalized in Huntington Township
Case #SO-P2602129
At 10:19 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to US-23 in reference to a vandalism complaint at a cemetery. Upon arrival, the deputy met with a Huntington Township Trustee who reported that approximately 100 grave sites had been vandalized. An investigation was initiated and a report was written.
Child Protective Services Assistance on Anderson Station Road
Case #SO-P2602130
At 11:13 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Anderson Station Road in Chillicothe to assist Child Protective Services with an ex-parte proceeding.
Juvenile Complaint at Unioto Elementary School
Case #SO-P2602131
At 2:55 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Unioto Elementary School in Chillicothe in reference to a juvenile-related complaint. Child Protective Services was notified.
Domestic Altercation on Shepherd Road
Case #SO-P2602132
At 3:40 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Shepherd Road in Frankfort in reference to a domestic complaint. Upon arrival, the deputy spoke with both involved parties, who confirmed that a verbal altercation had taken place. An investigation was initiated and a report was written.
Warrant Served on Simmons Road
Case #SO-P2602133
At 4:14 p.m., Deputy Morgan served a warrant in the 2000 block of Simmons Road in Frankfort. A female was arrested.
Unruly Juveniles on State Route 180
Case #SO-P2602134
At 6:13 p.m., Sergeant Riege and Deputy Ramsey were dispatched to a juvenile complaint in Chillicothe. The caller, identified as the father, reported that his children were walking on State Route 180 and refusing to enter the vehicle for a custody exchange. An investigation was initiated.
Out-of-County Warrant Served in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2602135
At 6:40 p.m., deputies were dispatched to Little Creek Road in Frankfort, Ohio, to serve an out-of-county warrant. An investigation was initiated.
Disorderly Conduct Response on Burbridge Street
Case #SO-P2602136
At 7:01 p.m., Deputy JoHansen responded to 182 Burbridge Street in Chillicothe in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint.
Domestic Dispute with Multiple Charges on Hickson Road
Case #SO-P2602137
At 7:40 p.m., Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to 2762 Hickson Road in Chillicothe in reference to a domestic dispute. The case involved multiple charges including warrant, obstructing official business, domestic violence, and failure to disclose personal information.
Disorderly Conduct Investigation on State Route 207
Case #SO-P2602138
At 8:49 p.m., deputies were dispatched to State Route 207 in Chillicothe in reference to a possible disorderly conduct complaint. An investigation was initiated.
Warrant Exchange with Pike County Sheriff’s Office
Case #SO-P2602139
At 9:03 p.m., an Ross County Sheriff’s Office deputy was dispatched to Izzy’s One Stop on Blain Highway in Waverly for a warrant exchange with Pike County Sheriff’s Office. An investigation was initiated.
Property Dispute Resolved on Maple Grove Road
Case #SO-P2602140
At 9:25 p.m., Sergeant Riege was dispatched to a residence on Maple Grove Road in Chillicothe in reference to missing property. Contact was made with both the tenant and landlord. The landlord was in possession of the property and advised that it had been stored for safekeeping while the tenant was away during repairs. The property was returned.