The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 20 incidents on July 30, 2026, ranging from traffic enforcement and warrant arrests to theft, vandalism, and harassment complaints. Notable incidents included a robbery investigation in Clarksburg, a drug possession case following a K9 detection, and multiple warrant arrests throughout the day. Activity spanned from 3:16 a.m. through 10:25 p.m. across Chillicothe, Clarksburg, Richmond Dale, and surrounding areas.
Driver with Suspended License Stopped on US-50
Case #SO-P2603273
At approximately 3:16 a.m., Deputy Williamson was on patrol in the 34,000 block of US-50 in Londonderry when he conducted a random license plate verification on a vehicle ahead of him. The registered owner was found to have a suspended license, prompting Deputy Williamson to activate his overhead lights and conduct a traffic stop.
Disorderly Complaint Over Animals in Chillicothe
Case #SO-P2603274
At approximately 3:32 a.m., Deputy Williamson was dispatched to Moss Hollow Road in Chillicothe for a disorderly complaint involving animals. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with the caller. A report was filed for documentation purposes.
Copper Theft Reported on Cooks Hill Road
Case #SO-P2603275
At approximately 6:01 a.m., Deputy Morgan responded to Cooks Hill Road in Chillicothe for the theft of copper. A report was taken documenting the incident.
Warrant Arrest on East Main Street
Case #SO-P2603276
At approximately 9:55 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to East Main Street in Chillicothe in reference to a subject with an outstanding warrant. An arrest was made at the scene.
Threats Complaint Results in Warrant Arrest in Clarksburg
Case #SO-P2603279
At approximately 11:19 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Fourth Street in Clarksburg regarding a threats complaint. A male subject was arrested on an outstanding warrant at the location.
Robbery Investigation Underway in Clarksburg
Case #SO-P2603280
At approximately 12:58 p.m., Deputy Morgan responded to Fourth Street in Clarksburg for a threats complaint. A warrant was requested as the investigation continues.
Child Protective Services Ex-Parte Granted
Case #SO-P2603282
At approximately 1:12 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Vernon Drive in Chillicothe to assist Child Protective Services with an ex-parte hearing. The ex-parte was granted by the court.
K9 Drug Detection at Traffic Stop
Case #SO-P2603283
At approximately 1:54 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to South Bridge Street at the request of the Ohio State Highway Patrol to conduct a K9 sniff on a traffic stop. A K9 sniff was performed and yielded a positive indication. Investigation is pending.
Warrant Arrest on Eastern Avenue
Case #SO-P2603284
At approximately 2:21 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to 982 Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe on report of a male with a warrant. The individual was arrested and a report was filed.
Protection Order Violation Arrest
Case #SO-P2603285
At approximately 3:50 p.m., Deputy T. Boltenhouse was dispatched to 3127 Walnut Creek Road in Chillicothe in reference to a violation of a protection order. An arrest was made and a report was filed.
Hit-and-Run in Private Parking Lot
Case #SO-P2603286
At approximately 3:53 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Riffles Machine Works on State Route 159 in Chillicothe regarding a vehicle hit-and-run that occurred in the facility’s parking lot. An investigation was initiated.
Harassment Complaint on Western Avenue
Case #SO-P2603287
At approximately 5:23 p.m., Deputy Williamson was dispatched to the 1900 block of Western Avenue in Chillicothe for a harassment complaint. The deputy made contact with the caller and filed a report for documentation.
Disorderly Conduct Warning Issued at Crash Scene
Case #SO-P2603288
At approximately 5:26 p.m., Deputy Morgan responded to the 2000 block of Sullivan Road in Chillicothe to assist the Ohio State Highway Patrol in a crash investigation. A report was made and a female subject was warned for disorderly conduct.
Non-Criminal Menacing Complaint Under Investigation
Case #SO-P2603290
At approximately 6:08 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Carmel Drive in Chillicothe in reference to a non-criminal complaint involving menacing by stalking. An investigation was initiated.
Motor Vehicle Accident on Western Avenue
Case #SO-P2603291
At approximately 7:05 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to Western Avenue in Chillicothe in reference to a motor vehicle accident.
Theft Complaint at Patton Hill Road
Case #SO-P2603292
At approximately 7:17 p.m., Deputy Williamson was dispatched to Patton Hill Road in Chillicothe regarding a theft complaint. The deputy made contact with the caller and initiated an investigation.
Vandalism Investigation Underway on Camelin Hill Road
Case #SO-P2603289
At approximately 7:43 p.m., Sergeant Riege received a phone report of a vandalism complaint from Camelin Hill Road in Chillicothe. The caller reported that trees were cut down and removed from her property without authorization. An investigation was started.
Telecommunications Harassment Complaint in Richmond Dale
Case #SO-P2603293
At approximately 10:25 p.m., Sergeant Riege received a phone report of a harassment complaint from Wiles Lane in Richmond Dale. The caller reported receiving a dog from an acquaintance and subsequently receiving unsolicited Facebook Messenger messages from an unknown subject.