On July 3, 2026, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 12 incidents throughout the county, including reports of disorderly conduct, burglary, shoplifting, welfare concerns, and a death investigation. The day’s activity spanned from early morning through evening hours, with calls distributed across multiple communities including Chillicothe, Bainbridge, Londonderry, Kingston, Frankfort, and South Salem.

Possible Assault Reported on Witter Drive

Case #SO-P2602874

At 12:38 a.m., deputies were dispatched to Witter Drive in Chillicothe for a report of a possible assault. An investigation was initiated.

Suspicious Vehicle Investigation in Kingston

Case #SO-P2602875

At 3:08 a.m., a deputy responded to South Main Street in Kingston regarding a suspicious vehicle. An investigation was started.

Welfare Check for Individual Expressing Suicidal Ideation

Case #SO-P2602876

At 7:13 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Ragged Ridge Road in Frankfort for a welfare check. The caller reported that a female was making suicidal comments, and an investigation was initiated.

Information Requested from Individual in Ross County Matter

Case #SO-P2602877

At 8:28 a.m., the Chillicothe Police Department requested the Sheriff’s Office to obtain information from an individual concerning a matter possibly occurring at an unknown location in Ross County.

Non-Active Burglary on Fourth Street in Bainbridge

Case #SO-P2602879

At 9:07 a.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Fourth Street in Bainbridge for a report of a non-active burglary. A report was taken and an investigation was started.

Disorderly Conduct Complaint in Londonderry

Case #SO-P2602878

At 9:15 a.m., deputies were dispatched to the 100 block of Calver Lane in Londonderry for a disorderly conduct complaint involving fighting or threatening. An investigation was initiated upon arrival.

Mental Health Crisis Response on Eastern Avenue

Case #SO-P2602880

At approximately 10:41 a.m., Sgt. Champion was dispatched to Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe in reference to a female experiencing a mental health crisis. After discussing the situation with the complainant, the sergeant determined that a pink slip was not possible at that time.

Neighbor Complaint on Marietta Road

Case #SO-P2602882

At 3:10 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to a residence on Marietta Road in Chillicothe in reference to a neighbor complaint.

Shoplifting Incident on Eastern Avenue

Case #SO-P2602883

At 4:05 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the 800 block of Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe for a theft report involving shoplifting. An investigation was started.

Death Investigation on Upper Twin Road

Case #SO-P2602885

At 6:36 p.m., deputies were dispatched to Upper Twin Road in South Salem for a death investigation. An investigation was started.

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