On May 16, 2026, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 10 incidents throughout the county. The day’s activity included a drug overdose death, a possible death investigation involving the Ohio State Highway Patrol, theft, domestic and mental health calls, threats, a suicide threat, and a motor vehicle accident. Most calls were classified as non-criminal incidents or investigations in progress.
Drug Overdose Death Reported in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2602141
At 12:39 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 100 block of Strouse Lane for a report of a possible dead on arrival. The death was classified as a drug overdose and determined to be non-suspicious. An investigation was initiated.
Possible Death on US-35 Under OSP Investigation
Case #SO-P2602142
At 8:43 a.m., an RCSO deputy was dispatched to US-35 in Frankfort to assist the Ohio State Highway Patrol on a possible death. OSP maintained the ongoing investigation.
Theft Complaint on Old Route 35
Case #SO-P2602143
At 9:53 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Old US-35 in Chillicothe in reference to a theft complaint without consent.
Protection Order Violation Investigated in Chillicothe
Case #SO-P2602145
At 12:01 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Glenn Drive in Chillicothe regarding a possible protection order violation. An investigation was initiated.
Non-Criminal Complaint at Law Enforcement Center
Case #SO-P2602144
At 12:12 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to the Law Enforcement Center in Frankfort in reference to a non-criminal complaint.
Mental Health Response to Gun Fire Complaint in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2602146
At 12:50 p.m., Deputy Morgan responded to the 1000 block of Free Lane in Bainbridge for a report of gunfire. An altered mental status report was made, and the individual was provided with resources.
Domestic Dispute on Windy Ridge Road
Case #SO-P2602147
At 2:11 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Windy Ridge Road in Chillicothe in reference to a domestic dispute.
Threats Complaint in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2602148
At 8:35 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Shawnee Street in Bainbridge in reference to a threats complaint.
Suicide Threat Investigation in Waverly
Case #SO-P2602149
At 10:03 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 700 block of Gee Hollow Road in Waverly for a report of a suicide threat. An investigation was initiated.
Motor Vehicle Accident on Walnut Creek Road
Case #SO-P2602151
At 11:57 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Walnut Creek Road in Chillicothe in reference to a motor vehicle accident with no injuries. An investigation was initiated.