The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 12 incidents on May 29, 2026, ranging from criminal conduct to traffic violations and non-criminal calls. Notable incidents included a sexual assault report involving a minor, an assault involving bear spray, and multiple vehicle accidents. The day’s activity also encompassed property crimes, disorderly conduct, and traffic enforcement operations.
Trespassing Incident at Local Homeless Shelter
Case #SO-P2602341
At 3:17 a.m., Deputy JoHansen and Deputy Woodbridge were dispatched to the Homeless Shelter at 804 Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe in response to a trespassing complaint.
Home Improvement Dispute in Chillicothe
Case #SO-P2602342
At 11:38 a.m., callers reported that they had paid for home improvement work that had not been completed. An investigation was initiated regarding the complaint.
Burglary Report Reclassified as Non-Criminal
Case #SO-P2602343
At 12:29 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Ragged Ridge Road in Frankfort on a reported burglary. Upon arrival, the caller provided information that resulted in the call being classified as non-criminal, and an investigation was started.
Bear Spray Assault in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2602345
At 1:38 p.m., a deputy responded to East Main Street in Bainbridge in reference to an assault. The victim, a male, had been sprayed with bear spray, and an investigation was initiated.
Sexual Assault of Minor Reported in Chillicothe
Case #SO-P2602344
At 1:43 p.m., a report was made that a 15-year-old had been sexually assaulted. The incident was reported at a location on Liberty Hill Road in Chillicothe, and an investigation was opened.
Criminal Mischief Report on Atlantis Road
Case #SO-P2602346
At 3:19 p.m., a deputy was made aware of a criminal mischief complaint on County Line 7 in Chillicothe. The caller provided information, and an investigation was started.
Vandalism Complaint in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2602347
At 3:33 p.m., a deputy was notified of a vandalism complaint from North Main Street in Frankfort. The victim was contacted by phone, and an investigation was initiated.
Fire Response on Westfall Road
Case #SO-P2602348
At 4:03 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Westfall Road in Frankfort on a report of a fire. Upon arrival, the fire was already extinguished, and an investigation was started.
Motor Vehicle Accident on Western Avenue
Case #SO-P2602349
At 5:30 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to Western Avenue near Leeds Road in Chillicothe in reference to a motor vehicle accident involving speed and assured clear distance violations.
Traffic Accident with Citation Issued
Case #SO-P2602350
At 6:28 p.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to US-50 in Londonderry for a motor vehicle accident. One subject was cited for failure to yield while making a left turn, and a report was taken.
Court Order Violation in Chillicothe
Case #SO-P2602351
At 8:12 p.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Brady Hill Road in Chillicothe for a court order violation. A report was taken and an investigation was started.
Suspended Driver Stopped with Open Container
Case #SO-P2602352
At 11:53 p.m., Deputy Williamson observed a female operating a motor vehicle on SR-772 near North Paint Street despite a suspended license. A traffic stop was initiated, and a summons was issued for driving under suspension and open container violations.