On July 19, 2026, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 18 incidents throughout the county. The day included a mental health crisis with a firearm seizure, multiple theft complaints, a motorcycle crash with injury, assault and menacing charges, and a burglary investigation. Additionally, deputies handled welfare checks, missing person reports, traffic incidents, and a misuse of emergency services call.
Female in Mental Health Crisis Transported to Hospital
Case #SO-P2603112
At 12:07 a.m., Deputy Woodbridge and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to West Hydell Road near Ross Lake in reference to a female making suicidal threats. Upon arrival, an investigation was started, a firearm was seized, and the female was transported to Adena Regional Medical Center for a mental health hold.
Missing Person Complaint Investigated
Case #SO-P2603113
At 1:01 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Main Street in South Salem in reference to a missing person complaint. The report was classified as non-criminal.
Traffic Crash on Pleasant Valley Road
Case #SO-P2603114
At 4:12 a.m., Sergeant Dutcher was dispatched to a crash on Pleasant Valley Road. Upon arrival, an investigation was started when it was discovered that another agency had already handled the incident.
Disorderly Conduct Complaint from Prior Day
Case #SO-P2603115
At 7:39 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to the Law Enforcement Center in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint that occurred the previous day on Carmel Drive.
Possible Assault Call on South Bridge Street
Case #SO-P2603116
At 9:18 a.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to South Bridge Street for a possible assault. The incident was determined to be disorderly conduct, and the parties involved had already separated.
Non-Active Burglary Reported on Camelin Hill Road
Case #SO-P2603117
At 9:23 a.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Camelin Hill Road for a non-active burglary. A report was taken and an investigation was started for theft and breaking and entering.
Gunshots Reported on Malone Road
Case #SO-P2603118
At 10:12 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 1000 block of Malone Road in reference to gunshots. Upon arrival, an investigation was started.
Vehicle Struck by Golf Ball on State Route 10
Case #SO-P2603119
At 2:41 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to State Route 10 in reference to a motor vehicle accident. The caller reported that her vehicle was struck with a golf ball, and an investigation was started.
Court Order Violation Reported on Trego Creek Road
Case #SO-P2603120
At 5:23 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Trego Creek Road in reference to a court order violation.
Multiple Charges After Disorderly Complaint in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2603121
At 5:54 p.m., Deputy Woodbridge and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to the 11,000 block of State Route 138 in Frankfort in reference to a disorderly complaint. An investigation was started and an arrest was made for assault, menacing, and criminal mischief. The suspect also had outstanding warrants related to child support and unpaid fines.
Welfare Check Conducted on State Route 772
Case #SO-P2603122
At 6:06 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to State Route 772 in reference to a welfare check.
Missing Juvenile Search in Williamsport Area
Case #SO-P2603126
At 7:23 p.m., Sergeant Dutcher was dispatched to State Route 104 and Williamsport Pike for a possible sighting of a missing juvenile. The juvenile was not located.
Motorcycle Crash with Injury on Charleston Pike
Case #SO-P2603124
At approximately 7:36 p.m., Deputy Sutton was dispatched to Charleston Pike and Spud Run Road in reference to a single-vehicle motorcycle crash with injury. The driver was transported via care flight to Grant Hospital for treatment, and an investigation was started.
Criminal Mischief Complaint at Three Locks
Case #SO-P2603123
At 7:52 p.m., Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to South Bridge Street and Three Locks Road on a criminal mischief complaint.
Theft Complaint Investigated in Richmond Dale
Case #SO-P2603125
At 8:43 p.m., Deputy JoHansen made contact with a female subject in reference to a theft complaint on Jackson Street in Richmond Dale, Ross County.
Theft Report Taken in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2603127
At 9:56 p.m., Deputy Woodbridge was dispatched to Second Street in Frankfort in reference to a theft report. An investigation was started.
Mental Illness Assistance at Veterans Administration Facility
Case #SO-P2603129
At 10:50 p.m., Sergeant Dutcher was dispatched to the Veterans Administration facility in Chillicothe to assist in an investigation. Assistance was provided.
911 Hang-Up Call Results in Arrest
Case #SO-P2603128
At 11:11 p.m., Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to 6626 Westfall Road in Frankfort, Ross County, in reference to a 911 hang-up call. An arrest was made for misuse of the 911 system.