The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 11 incidents on July 12, 2026, ranging from criminal complaints to welfare checks. The day’s activity included an extortion investigation, narcotics discovery, traffic enforcement actions, a theft report, and a trespass complaint involving dogs. Most calls were handled in the Chillicothe area, with additional incidents reported in Frankfort, Clarksburg, Bainbridge, and Richmond Dale.
Extortion Complaint Launched
Case #SO-P2603022
At 4:27 a.m., a deputy conducted an extortion phone report on a recorded line. An investigation was initiated into the matter.
Missing Juvenile Located Safely
Case #SO-P2603023
At 9:20 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to West Springfield Street in Frankfort on a missing person report. The juvenile had been located before the deputy arrived, and information was gathered from the caller regarding the incident. An investigation was started.
Suspected Narcotics Found Along State Route 207
Case #SO-P2603024
At 10:16 a.m., a deputy responded to State Route 207 in Clarksburg on a report of suspected narcotics being found. The deputy collected the suspected narcotics from the location and submitted them to evidence for destruction.
Custody Dispute Referred for Investigation
Case #SO-P2603025
At 11:41 a.m., Deputy Morgan responded to Sycamore Street in Chillicothe to assist Chillicothe Police Department on a custody dispute. A report was taken for an ongoing investigation.
Suspended Driver Cited After Traffic Stop
Case #SO-P2603026
At 12:56 p.m., Deputy Morgan conducted a traffic stop on South Bridge Street near Cooks Hill Road in Chillicothe. A citation was issued for driving under suspension, and the vehicle was towed.
Driver Cited for Expired Registration and Texting While Driving
Case #SO-P2603027
At approximately 2:20 p.m., Deputy Williamson observed a driver texting while operating a vehicle with expired registration on North Quarry Street in Bainbridge. A traffic stop was conducted and a citation was issued for failing to file for annual registration.
Vehicle with Loud Exhaust Cited in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2603028
At approximately 4:54 p.m., Deputy Williamson was on patrol on State Route 41 in Bainbridge when observing a vehicle operating with a loud exhaust. A traffic stop was initiated and a citation was issued for defective muffler and excessive smoke, as well as drug paraphernalia.
Theft and Criminal Mischief at Westland Estates
Case #SO-P2603029
At 5:38 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to Westland Estates on Anderson Station Road in Chillicothe in reference to a theft report. The incident involved theft from a motor vehicle and criminal mischief.
Welfare Check Prompted by Concerning Text Message
Case #SO-P2603030
At 8:14 p.m., Sergeant Riege and Deputy C. Ramsey were dispatched to an address on Hanna Lane in Chillicothe for a welfare check. The caller reported receiving a text message of a suicidal nature. A report was made.
Trespass Complaint Involving Dogs Under Investigation
Case #SO-P2603031
At 8:40 p.m., Sergeant Riege was dispatched to an address on Easterday Road in Chillicothe in reference to a trespass complaint. The caller reported that a neighbor has been trespassing across the street with dogs. An investigation was initiated.
Vandalism Investigation Opened in Richmond Dale
Case #SO-P2603032
At 10:29 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Market Street in Richmond Dale in reference to vandalism. An investigation was started.