The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 10 incidents on July 27, 2026, ranging from theft and trespassing complaints to two impaired driving arrests and a drug overdose death. The day’s calls included reports of property crimes, a surveillance device discovery, mental health intervention, and warrant service.
Batteries Stolen from Construction Equipment
Case #SO-P2603243
At approximately 8:50 a.m., Sgt. Champion was dispatched to SR-772 in Chillicothe in reference to a theft complaint. The caller reported that batteries had been stolen from construction equipment. A report was taken.
Trespassing and Property Disturbance on Harris Station Road
Case #SO-P2603244
At approximately 11:00 a.m., Sgt. Champion took a report regarding a trespass complaint on Harris Station Road in Bainbridge. A male reported that someone had entered a building and moved his property around. A report was taken.
Audio Recording Device Found in Personal Vehicle
Case #SO-P2603245
At 1:03 p.m., a report was filed regarding the discovery of an audio recording device found in a personal vehicle on Grubb Road in Chillicothe. The discovery was reported to the sheriff’s office.
Warrant Apprehension in Greenfield
Case #SO-P2603250
At approximately 2:22 p.m., Sgt. Champion was dispatched to SR-28/SR-41 in Greenfield in reference to a warrant relay from the Greenfield Police Department. Upon contact, the subject’s warrant was confirmed. Due to extenuating circumstances, the subject was released and ordered to court the next day.
Cease and Desist Agreement Violation Reported
Case #SO-P2603248
At 2:25 p.m., a report was filed regarding a possible violation of a cease and desist agreement on Dixon Mill Road in Londonderry.
Male Making Suicidal Threats Transported for Treatment
Case #SO-P2603249
At 2:56 p.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe for a male making suicidal threats. The subject was voluntarily taken to Adena Regional Medical Center for treatment.
Disorderly Conduct Complaint on Liberty Hill Road
Case #SO-P2603251
At 3:01 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to a residence on Liberty Hill Road in Chillicothe in reference to a possible assault complaint.
Impaired Driving Arrest in Chillicothe
Case #SO-P2603252
At 4:25 p.m., an impaired driving arrest was made in Chillicothe.
Traffic Stop Results in OVI Arrest
Case #SO-P2603253
At 8:43 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on North Fork Drive in Chillicothe resulting in an operating a vehicle under the influence arrest. The driver was also charged with failure to stay in marked lanes.
Drug Overdose Death Investigation on Massieville Road
Case #SO-P2603254
At 11:30 p.m., Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to the 2000 block of Massieville Road in Chillicothe for an overdose resulting in a death investigation. The death was classified as non-suspicious.