The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 14 incidents on May 24–25, 2026, ranging from disorderly conduct and trespass complaints to more serious crimes including improper firearm discharge, domestic violence, and a drug overdose. The day included incidents at the Ross County Fairgrounds during the Smash It Demolition Derby, multiple property crimes, and two shooting incidents that required investigation.
Disorderly Trespass Complaint in Chillicothe
Case #SO-P2602263
On May 24 at 12:48 a.m., Sergeant Dutcher was dispatched to Denver Road on a disorderly trespass complaint. The offender had left the scene prior to the sergeant’s arrival, and the report was held.
Unruly Juvenile at Pam Lane Residence
Case #SO-P2602266
At 1:27 a.m. on May 24, Deputy Jackson and Deputy JoHansen responded to 36 Pam Lane for a report of an unruly juvenile. The deputies conducted an investigation at the residence.
Stolen Golf Cart During Demolition Derby
Case #SO-P2602265
At 1:56 a.m. on May 24, Sergeant Riege was working a special detail at the Ross County Fairgrounds during the Smash It Demolition Derby when he received a report of a stolen golf cart. An investigation was initiated and a report was filed.
Demolition Derby Vehicle Strikes Fence and Motor Home
Case #SO-P2602264
Also at 1:56 a.m. on May 24, Sergeant Riege reported that a Demolition Derby vehicle struck a fence and struck a parked motor home at the fairgrounds. An investigation was started and a report was made.
Criminal Trespass on Liberty Hill Road
Case #SO-P2602267
At 11:01 a.m. on May 24, Deputy Nott and another deputy were dispatched to a residence on Liberty Hill Road in reference to a trespass complaint. An investigation was conducted at the scene.
Houses Shot at on Hanna Lane
Case #SO-P2602268
At 1:36 p.m. on May 24, Deputy Nott was dispatched to Hanna Lane for a report of houses being shot at. A report was taken and an investigation was started.
Shoplifting Complaint in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2602269
At 3:59 p.m. on May 24, a deputy was dispatched to a business on U.S. Route 50 in Bainbridge in reference to a theft complaint involving shoplifting.
Accidental Shooting on Black Run Road
Case #SO-P2602270
At 5:30 p.m. on May 24, Sergeant Dutcher and Deputy Jackson responded to Black Run Road for a report of an accidental shooting. An investigation was started and a report was taken.
Fire Response on Possum Hollow Road
Case #SO-P2602271
At 5:35 p.m. on May 24 (dispatched May 25), Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to 1758 Possum Hollow Road in Chillicothe for a fire call.
Domestic Violence Arrest in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2602272
At 6:15 p.m. on May 24, Deputy Woodbridge was dispatched to Harris Street in Bainbridge for a domestic dispute complaint. Upon arrival, an investigation was started and an arrest was made for domestic violence.
Drug Overdose Response in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2602273
At approximately 8:14 p.m. on May 24, Deputy Sutton was dispatched to Westfall Road in Frankfort for a report of an unresponsive male. Upon arrival, the deputy found the individual in active overdose and coordinated with Paint Creek EMS for resuscitation efforts. The victim was transported to Greenfield Hospital.
Assault with Multiple Charges in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2602275
At 8:52 p.m. on May 24, a deputy was dispatched to Webster Street in Bainbridge for an assault report. The investigation revealed multiple charges including theft without consent, assault, aggravated menacing, and domestic violence.
Vandalism Complaint at Overbrook Apartments
Case #SO-P2602274
At approximately 9:18 p.m. on May 24, Deputy Sutton was dispatched to Anderson Station Road at Overbrook apartments in Chillicothe for a vandalism complaint. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with the complainant and initiated an investigation.
Animal Complaint on Wiley Road
Case #SO-P2602276
At 11:22 p.m. on May 24, a deputy was dispatched to Wiley Road in Chillicothe in reference to an animal complaint.