The Ross County Sheriff’s Office handled 19 incidents on July 7, 2026, ranging from early morning through late evening. The day’s activity included serious calls such as a domestic violence incident, a missing person report, a pistol theft, identity fraud, and an arrest for criminal trespass and disorderly conduct. The majority of incidents were non-criminal in nature, including found property, civil disputes, and medical calls.

Deputy Assists with Test on Hospital Road

Case #SO-P2602928

At approximately 12:52 a.m., Deputy Williamson was requested by a trooper to observe a test on Hospital Road in Ross County. A report was held for documentation purposes.

Trespass Call in Chillicothe

Case #SO-P2602929

At 3:43 a.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to a residence on US 23 in reference to a trespass complaint.

Juvenile Extortion Investigation in Bainbridge

Case #SO-P2602932

At 8:25 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to West Main Street in Bainbridge regarding a complaint involving a juvenile. Upon arrival, the deputy spoke with the parent of the juvenile, who reported that an unknown person was requesting money from the child. An investigation was initiated.

Pistol Theft Reported in Chillicothe

Case #SO-P2602931

At 8:47 a.m., a report was filed for the theft of a pistol on Baptist Hill Road in Chillicothe.

Non-Suspicious Death in Chillicothe

Case #SO-P2602934

At 9:03 a.m., Deputy Morgan responded to a residence in the 100 block of Alum Cliff Road for an unresponsive male. A non-suspicious death report was filed.

Found Property Investigation in Chillicothe

Case #SO-P2602933

At 9:08 a.m., Deputy T. Boltenhouse was dispatched to 5938 SR 159 on a report of found property, which resulted in an investigation and report.

Missing Juvenile Report in Chillicothe

Case #SO-P2602936

At 9:34 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to 899 Musgrove Road on a report of a missing Highland County juvenile. An investigation and report were filed.

Medical Incident Response in Chillicothe

Case #SO-P2602935

At 10:36 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Anderson Station Road on a medical incident. Upon arrival, the deputy met with the caller to gather information regarding the medical situation. An investigation was initiated.

Civil Issue Reported in Clarksburg

Case #SO-P2602937

At 10:56 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to State Route 207 in Clarksburg on a non-criminal incident. Upon arrival, the deputy was provided information regarding a civil issue and opened an investigation.

Missing Person Search in Waverly

Case #SO-P2602940

At 12:14 p.m., Deputy Morgan responded to the 1000 block of US-23 in Waverly on a missing person report. An intensive search was conducted, and the missing female was located and transported to the hospital for further care.

Identity Fraud Report in Chillicothe

Case #SO-P2602938

At 1:14 p.m., a report was filed on Bishop Hill Road in Chillicothe alleging that an unknown person or persons used the victim’s personal information to open a fraudulent credit card account.

Criminal Trespass at Charleston Pike Property

Case #SO-P2602939

At 1:21 p.m., Deputy T. Boltenhouse was dispatched to 1550 Charleston Pike in Chillicothe on a report of trespass, which resulted in an investigation and report.

Theft Investigation in Chillicothe

Case #SO-P2602941

At 3:05 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Robin Court in Chillicothe on a report of theft. Upon arrival, the deputy spoke with the victim, who provided information regarding the incident. An investigation was opened.

Traffic Stop for Missing License Plate in Bainbridge

Case #SO-P2602942

At approximately 4:23 p.m., Deputy Williamson was on patrol in a marked vehicle on Main Street near Harris Street in Bainbridge when he observed a vehicle on the roadway without a license plate. Deputy Williamson activated his overhead lights to initiate a traffic stop and issued a citation for display of license plates and operating a motor vehicle without a valid license.

Possible Vandalism Report in Chillicothe

Case #SO-P2602943

At 6:55 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Westfall Road in Chillicothe in reference to a possible vandalism report. An investigation was initiated.

Agency Assist on Marietta Road

Case #SO-P2602944

At 7:21 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Marietta Road in Chillicothe to provide agency assistance. An investigation was initiated.

Domestic Violence Investigation in Chillicothe

Case #SO-P2602945

At 8:04 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Willow Creek Road in Chillicothe in reference to a possible domestic violence report. An investigation was initiated.

Trespass Arrest on Eastern Avenue

Case #SO-P2602946

At approximately 8:33 p.m., Deputy Williamson was dispatched to Eastern Avenue in Ross County for a trespass complaint. Upon arrival, Deputy Williamson made contact with the complainant and initiated an investigation. An arrest was made on charges of criminal trespass and disorderly conduct while intoxicated.

Domestic Violence Dispute in Frankfort

Case #SO-P2602947

At 11:12 p.m., Sergeant Riege and Deputy L. Ramsey were dispatched to South Anderson Avenue in Frankfort in reference to a domestic dispute. The caller reported that a male was beating a female on the porch. An investigation was initiated.

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