The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 15 incidents on July 22, 2026, ranging from welfare checks and traffic enforcement to serious criminal charges. Notable events included a drug overdose involving a 17-year-old, a felonious assault arrest, multiple vehicle violations, and a non-suspicious death investigation. The day saw a mix of criminal offenses, traffic violations, and non-criminal calls for service across Chillicothe and surrounding communities.
CPS Assistance at Regional Medical Center
Case #SO-P2603175
At 1:18 a.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to Adena Regional Medical Center to assist Child Protective Services.
17-Year-Old Transported to Hospital Following Drug Overdose
Case #SO-P2603176
At approximately 11:30 a.m., Deputy Boltenhouse and Sergeant Champion were dispatched to Liberty Hill Road in reference to a suicide attempt. A 17-year-old male was found unconscious and unresponsive and was transported to the hospital.
Mental Illness Hold Initiated on Ewing Street
Case #SO-P2603177
At 12:48 p.m., Deputy Nott attempted a mental illness order on Ewing Street. The subject was served the order and transported to Adena Regional Medical Center.
Vandalism and Assault in Clarksburg
Case #SO-P2603179
At approximately 1:31 p.m., Sergeant Champion responded to Fifth Street in Clarksburg in reference to a vandalism complaint. A male reported being assaulted by another male, and his vehicle’s car door was damaged. Photos and witness statements were collected, and a suspect was arrested.
Trespass Complaint on State Route 772
Case #SO-P2603181
At 1:34 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to a residence on State Route 772 in reference to a trespass complaint.
Theft of Dealer Plates from Auto Dealership
Case #SO-P2603180
At 1:59 p.m., the owner of Zars Cars reported the theft of three dealer plates from the business on Western Avenue in Chillicothe.
Vandalism Report on State Route 104
Case #SO-P2603182
At 2:24 p.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to State Route 104 for a vandalism report. A report was taken and an investigation was initiated.
Property Accident in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2603183
At 2:40 p.m., Deputy Boltenhouse was dispatched to 81 North Main Street in Frankfort on a property accident call.
Non-Injury Traffic Accident on Charleston Pike
Case #SO-P2603184
At 3:23 p.m., deputies responded to the 8500 block of Charleston Pike for a non-injury traffic accident. An investigation was initiated upon arrival.
Shoplifting Complaint in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2603185
At 4:05 p.m., a deputy was advised to contact a female by phone regarding a theft complaint on Adams Lane in Bainbridge.
Non-Criminal Complaint on De Bord Road
Case #SO-P2603186
At 5:56 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to De Bord Road in reference to a non-criminal complaint.
Traffic Stop Results in Multiple Arrests on Massieville Road
Case #SO-P2603188
At 7:33 p.m., Deputy Woodbridge initiated a traffic stop on Massieville Road for a vehicle traveling over the posted speed limit. The driver was found to have prior convictions for operating a motor vehicle without a license, elevating the charge to a first-degree misdemeanor, and was arrested. The vehicle’s passenger was also arrested on a charge of felonious assault in connection with a separate assault incident.
Protection Order Violation Investigation on State Route 28
Case #SO-P2603187
At 7:37 p.m., Deputy Sutton was dispatched to State Route 28 in reference to a protection order violation. The deputy made contact with the complainant and initiated an investigation.
Multi-Charge Traffic Crash Investigation on Lunbeck Road
Case #SO-P2603189
At 8:23 p.m., Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to the area of 1100 Lunbeck Road in Chillicothe in reference to a traffic crash. The incident involved multiple charges including failure to control a vehicle, operating a motor vehicle without a valid license, leaving the scene of an accident, and illegal use or possession of drug paraphernalia.
Non-Suspicious Death Investigation on Massieville Road
Case #SO-P2603190
At 8:46 p.m., a deputy responded to Massieville Road in reference to a possible death, which was determined to be non-suspicious.