The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 13 incidents on May 27, 2026, ranging from traffic enforcement and warrant service to welfare checks and property crimes. Notable calls included a multi-charge traffic stop, multiple warrant arrests, and investigations into assault, disorderly conduct, and criminal mischief. Deputies also assisted with mental health evaluations and supported the Ohio State Highway Patrol with an OVI investigation.

Traffic Stop Yields Multiple Charges in Chillicothe

Case #SO-P2602312

At approximately 12:02 a.m. on US-50 near Owl Creek Road, Deputy Williamson initiated a traffic stop after observing a vehicle operating with a loud exhaust. Upon running the license plate through LEADS, the registered owner was found to have an active warrant. Arrests were made and multiple charges were filed, including warrant violation, defective muffler and excessive smoke, drug paraphernalia possession, driving under suspension, and unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.

Fire Response on Massieville Road

Case #SO-P2602313

At approximately 12:56 a.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to a residence on Massieville Road in reference to a fire.

Disorderly Conduct Complaint Investigated

Case #SO-P2602315

At approximately 4:20 a.m., deputies responded to De Bord Road and US-23 for a disorderly conduct complaint involving insulting and taunting. An investigation was initiated upon arrival.

Fight at Homeless Shelter Results in Simple Assault Investigation

Case #SO-P2602316

At approximately 7:24 a.m., deputies were dispatched to Eastern Avenue at the Homeless Shelter for a fight complaint. An investigation was opened.

Court-Ordered Mental Health Evaluation Completed

Case #SO-P2602318

At approximately 8:20 a.m., Sergeant Champion, Deputy Ramsey, and Deputy Tatman responded to Golf View Drive to serve a court order for the treatment of a mentally ill person. The subject was transported to the hospital for a mental health evaluation.

Welfare Check Conducted on Bridge Street

Case #SO-P2602319

At approximately 7:51 a.m., deputies were dispatched to conduct a welfare check in the 1000 block of Bridge Street in Chillicothe. An investigation was opened.

Arrest Warrant Served on Pleasant Valley Road

Case #SO-P2602320

At approximately 9:33 a.m., Sergeant Champion and Deputy Tatman were dispatched to Pleasant Valley Road to serve an arrest warrant. The subject was located, placed under arrest, and booked into the Ross County Jail without incident.

Wellness Check in Waverly

Case #SO-P2602322

At approximately 12:32 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 500 block of Valley Road in Waverly for a wellness check. An investigation was initiated.

Complaint Referral from Business on Willard Drive

Case #SO-P2602321

At approximately 12:36 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to a business on Kenworth Drive in reference to a complaint that had occurred earlier that morning at a residence on Willard Drive.

Business Check Theft Reported

Case #SO-P2602323

At approximately 1:35 p.m., a theft report was filed for a stolen business check at a location on State Route 104 in Chillicothe.

Report Supplement Filed in Bainbridge

Case #SO-P2602324

At approximately 12:08 p.m., a supplement was added to a previous report (SO-P2602275) at Webster Street in Bainbridge.

OVI Investigation at Highway Patrol Post

Case #SO-P2602325

At approximately 7:12 p.m., a deputy assisted the Ohio State Highway Patrol at their patrol post on Hospital Road with an OVI investigation.

Vandalism Complaint on Star Drive

Case #SO-P2602326

At approximately 7:22 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Star Drive in Chillicothe in reference to a vandalism complaint involving criminal mischief.

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