The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 23 incidents on May 18, 2026, ranging from domestic disputes and traffic violations to drug overdoses and burglary alarms. Notable calls included an OVI arrest involving speeding and endangering children, a drug overdose requiring transport to Adena Regional Medical Center, and multiple disorderly conduct complaints. The day also saw several non-criminal reports involving mental health concerns, property damage, and lost items.
Domestic Dispute in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2602168
Deputies were dispatched to S. Anderson Avenue shortly after midnight on a report of a domestic dispute involving disorderly conduct with insulting and taunting behavior. An investigation was initiated at the scene.
Burglary Alarm at Hospital Road
Case #SO-P2602169
At 1:49 a.m., a deputy responded to Hospital Road in Chillicothe for a burglary alarm and initiated an investigation into a breaking and entering incident.
Staff Member Assaulted at Facility
Case #SO-P2602175
At 9:47 a.m., a deputy responded to Cattail Road in reference to an assault on a staff member. The deputy made contact with the caller and began an investigation.
Female with Altered Mental Status Transported to Hospital
Case #SO-P2602170
Deputy Nott was dispatched to Oliver Drive at 9:47 a.m. for a report of a female with altered mental status. The woman was voluntarily transported to Adena Regional Medical Center for treatment.
Complaint Investigation on SR 772
Case #SO-P2602171
At 11:17 a.m., deputies responded to a residence on SR 772 in Chillicothe in reference to a complaint and conducted an investigation.
Menacing Complaint Involving Ex-Partner
Case #SO-P2602172
At 1:12 p.m., a report was filed on Anderson Station Road alleging that an ex-partner was making concerning nonstop telecommunication contact. An investigation was initiated into the menacing complaint.
Reckless Driving Results in Vehicle Crash
Case #SO-P2602173
At 1:14 p.m., a deputy responded to a report of reckless driving in the area of Moundsville Road and Pleasant Valley Road. The vehicle eventually crashed, and the deputy assisted Ohio State Patrol at the scene.
Found Wallet Reported to Authorities
Case #SO-P2602174
At 1:45 p.m., a report was filed at Red Bird Lane regarding a wallet discovered while hiking. The finder turned the item over to authorities for processing.
Active Disorderly Conduct Complaint on SR 772
Case #SO-P2602176
At 2:28 p.m., deputies responded to a residence on SR 772 in Chillicothe for an active disorderly conduct complaint and investigated the incident.
Property Damage Complaint in Waverly
Case #SO-P2602179
At 3:33 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Willett Road in Waverly regarding a complaint and conducted an investigation into the matter.
Traffic Stop Yields Citation for License Suspension
Case #SO-P2602178
At 3:40 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop at 1150 N. Bridge Street in Chillicothe for a twelve-point suspension violation and issued a citation.
Delivery Truck Damages Utility Poles
Case #SO-P2602181
At 4:32 p.m., a deputy responded to a residence on Baker Road regarding property damage caused by a delivery truck that struck two utility poles on the property.
Traffic Stop for Suspended License
Case #SO-P2602180
At 4:51 p.m., Deputy Woodbridge initiated a traffic stop on North High Street for a driver operating with a suspended license and issued a citation for the violation.
Scam Complaint Reported Over Phone
Case #SO-P2602182
At 5:31 p.m., Sgt. Dutcher handled a scam complaint over the phone from a complainant living on SR 138 in Ross County.
Unruly Juvenile in Laurelville
Case #SO-P2602183
At 5:37 p.m., Deputy Sutton was dispatched to SR-327 in Laurelville in reference to an unruly juvenile. The deputy made contact with the juvenile and the juvenile’s mother and initiated an investigation.
Threats Complaint on Charleston Pike
Case #SO-P2602184
At 5:59 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Charleston Pike in Chillicothe for a threats complaint and began an investigation.
Stolen Vehicle Report Handled by Phone
Case #SO-P2602185
At 6:08 p.m., Sgt. Dutcher handled a stolen vehicle report over the phone. The case was classified as non-criminal.
Juvenile Complaint on Yellowbud Road
Case #SO-P2602189
At 7:59 p.m., a deputy responded to Yellowbud Road in reference to a juvenile complaint involving resisting arrest, obstructing official business, and domestic violence.
Indecent Exposure Complaint on Page Road
Case #SO-P2602186
At 8 p.m., Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to 61 Page Road in Chillicothe for an indecent exposure complaint and investigated the incident.
Female Overdose Transported to Hospital
Case #SO-P2602187
At 8:14 p.m., Sgt. Dutcher was dispatched to Shady Glen Road for a drug overdose involving a female. The victim was transported to Adena Regional Medical Center for emergency care.
OVI Arrest After High-Speed Stop
Case #SO-P2602188
At 8:51 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop at an EZ Mart on South Bridge Street and made an arrest for multiple charges including operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs, speeding in a 55 m.p.h. zone, endangering children under 18, and driving with a suspended license.
Complaint Investigation on Shady Glen Road
Case #SO-P2602190
At 9:35 p.m., Deputy JoHansen made contact with a male subject in reference to a complaint on Shady Glen Road in Chillicothe and investigated the matter.
Altered Mental Status Call in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2602191
At 9:45 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Ragged Ridge Road in Frankfort in reference to an altered mental status complaint and responded to the scene.