The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 22 incidents on June 23, 2026, ranging from criminal trespass and theft complaints to drug possession arrests and mental health calls. The day included multiple traffic enforcement actions, several property crime reports, and two arrests related to outstanding warrants. Notable incidents included a narcotics arrest during a traffic stop and an assault investigation at a convenience store in Londonderry.

Trespass Complaint on Patton Hill Road

Case #SO-P2602718

At 9:14 a.m., a deputy responded to Patton Hill Road in reference to a trespass complaint. The caller reported that a subject was sitting in the driveway and dumping trash onto the property. An investigation was conducted and a report was filed.

Agency Assist on Cleveland Street

Case #SO-P2602722

At 9:30 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Cleveland Street in Chillicothe to assist another agency. Upon arrival, the deputy spoke with a sergeant and attempted contact at a residence before beginning an investigation.

Traffic Violation and Citation on US Route 23

Case #SO-P2602719

At 10:22 a.m., while conducting speed enforcement on US Route 23, a deputy observed a vehicle commit a traffic violation. A traffic stop was initiated and a citation was issued.

Scam Victimization Report on Westfall Road

Case #SO-P2602720

At 10:39 a.m., a caller reported that she and her husband had fallen victim to a scam. The report was documented at an address on Westfall Road.

Retail Theft and Trespass on US Route 50

Case #SO-P2602721

At 10:43 a.m., a deputy responded to US Route 50 in reference to a theft complaint. The manager of the establishment stated that a male subject had stolen an item from the store. After consulting with corporate offices, the subject was issued a trespass warning from the business.

Cold Theft Report in Frankfort

Case #SO-P2602725

At 11:50 a.m., Deputy T. Boltenhouse was dispatched to County Road 550 in Frankfort to investigate a cold theft. Contact was made with the victim and a report was taken.

Altered Mental Status Call at Adena Regional Medical Center

Case #SO-P2602723

At 12:29 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Adena Regional Medical Center in reference to a report of altered mental status. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with the caller and began an investigation.

Ex-Boyfriend Harassment Report at Hospital

Case #SO-P2602726

At 2:13 p.m., a caller reported that her ex-boyfriend was harassing her. The report was filed at an address on Hospital Road.

Threats Investigation on Eastern Avenue

Case #SO-P2602727

At 2:31 p.m., Deputy T. Boltenhouse was dispatched to Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe in reference to a report of threats. An investigation was conducted and a report was filed.

Vehicle Damage Complaint on Pleasant Valley Road

Case #SO-P2602733

At 2:41 p.m., Sergeant Riege received a report of damage to a vehicle that occurred while it was being unloaded from a tow truck on Pleasant Valley Road. The caller stated that the tow company caused the damage. A report was made for documentation purposes.

Report on North Bridge Street

Case #SO-P2602729

At 3:05 p.m., a deputy responded to North Bridge Street in Chillicothe.

Drug Possession and Traffic Violations on US Route 23

Case #SO-P2602728

At 3:11 p.m., Deputy JoHansen initiated a traffic stop on US Route 23 near State Route 207 in Chillicothe. The stop resulted in an arrest for possession of drugs, possessing drug abuse instruments, failure to stay in marked lanes, operating a motor vehicle without a valid license, and nontransparent material upon a window.

Disorderly Conduct Investigation on Black Run Road

Case #SO-P2602730

At 3:21 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Black Run Road in Chillicothe in reference to a possible disorderly conduct incident. An investigation was begun.

Warrant Arrest on Black Run Road

Case #SO-P2602731

At 3:40 p.m., Deputy Williamson was responding to a call for service in the 1500 block of Black Run Road when he observed a female walking on the roadway who had an active warrant. The deputy activated overhead lights, made contact with the individual, and an arrest was made for drug paraphernalia and the outstanding warrant.

Theft Report on Massieville Road

Case #SO-P2602732

At 5:09 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin took a phone report at the Adena Patrol Base in reference to a theft on Massieville Road.

Mental Health Emergency on Old US Route 35

Case #SO-P2602734

At 5:38 p.m., Sergeant Riege and Deputy Ramsey responded to the area of Old US Route 35 and Musgrove Road in reference to a male subject walking through residential yards and along the roadway. The subject was located and found to be in an altered mental status. The individual was transported to Adena Regional Medical Center for evaluation.

Assault Investigation at Gas Station in Londonderry

Case #SO-P2602735

At 6:09 p.m., Sergeant Riege responded to the 1st Stop Marathon gas station in Londonderry in reference to an assault complaint. Dispatch reported that a male subject had been assaulted and was bleeding from the ear. An investigation was initiated.

Warrant Arrest at Blain Highway

Case #SO-P2602736

At 8:00 p.m., Deputy Williamson was on patrol in a marked vehicle at Blain Highway and State Route 772 when he observed a male with active warrants from the agency at a nearby gas station. The deputy initiated contact and an arrest was made for violating a protection order or consent agreement and for the outstanding warrants.

Abandoned Vehicle Report on Toad Hollow Road

Case #SO-P2602737

At 8:50 p.m., Deputy Williamson was dispatched to the area of Massieville Road and Toad Hollow Road in Ross County for a report of an abandoned vehicle. The deputy made contact with the registered owner and a report was held.

Harassment Investigation on Pennyroyal Road

Case #SO-P2602738

At 10:16 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Pennyroyal Road in Chillicothe in reference to a possible harassment complaint. An investigation was begun.

Non-Criminal Complaint on Anderson Station Road

Case #SO-P2602739

At 10:36 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Anderson Station Road in Chillicothe in reference to a non-criminal complaint. An investigation was started.

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