On July 31, 2026, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 22 incidents throughout the county, including drug overdoses, a structure fire, domestic violence, a vehicle pursuit, multiple traffic violations, and various non-criminal complaints. Notable calls included a domestic violence arrest in Frankfort, a felony stop following a vehicle pursuit near Chillicothe, and two separate overdose responses.
Drug Overdose Response on Mound Lane
Case #SO-P2603294
At 12:02 a.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to a residence on Mound Lane in Chillicothe in reference to a possible overdose.
Structure Fire Investigation on Chapel Creek Road
Case #SO-P2603295
At 6:22 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 800 block of Chapel Creek Road in Chillicothe for a structure fire. An investigation was initiated upon arrival.
Assist Agency Call at Freedoms Path
Case #SO-P2603296
At 11:28 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Freedoms Path in Chillicothe for an assist agency call. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with Virginia police and began an investigation.
Property Damage on US-50
Case #SO-P2603297
At approximately 11:50 a.m., Sergeant Champion was dispatched to US-50 in South Salem for a non-criminal complaint involving accidental property damage. The incident was documented and photographs were taken.
Trespass Complaint on Cooks Hill Road
Case #SO-P2603300
At approximately 12:35 p.m., Sergeant Champion was dispatched to Cooks Hill Road in Chillicothe in reference to a trespass complaint. A security guard reported that homeless individuals had set up a camp on private property. Contact was made with the individuals and they were barred from the property.
Motor Vehicle Accident on Main Street
Case #SO-P2603302
At 1:55 p.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Main Street in Richmond Dale for a motor vehicle accident involving failure to yield at a stop sign. A report was taken after investigation.
Disorderly Conduct at Adena Health System Emergency Department
Case #SO-P2603303
At 2:24 p.m., deputies were dispatched to Adena Health System Emergency Department in Chillicothe for an unknown issue. Deputies arrived on scene and spoke to a victim who disclosed an issue with an individual in the department. An investigation was opened.
Non-Criminal Complaint on Walnut Creek Road
Case #SO-P2603304
At 2:31 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 3100 block of Walnut Creek Road in Chillicothe for a non-criminal complaint.
Domestic Violence Arrest in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2603307
At approximately 6:01 p.m., Deputy Woodbridge and Deputy Sutton were dispatched to South Anderson Avenue in Frankfort in reference to an active domestic violence incident. Upon arrival, both the victim and suspect fled in a black Honda Civic. The vehicle was later located in Clarksburg with both individuals inside. A traffic stop was initiated and the suspect was arrested for domestic violence.
Felony Stop Following Vehicle Pursuit
Case #SO-P2603308
At 6:37 p.m., Sergeant Dutcher responded to Blain Highway and US-50 in Chillicothe to assist the Ohio State Highway Patrol with a felony stop following a vehicle pursuit. A suspect was taken into custody.
Disorderly Conduct at Quick Stop
Case #SO-P2603309
At 6:44 p.m., Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to Quick Stop in Richmond Dale for a disorderly conduct complaint.
Telecommunications Harassment Investigation on Pleasant Valley Road
Case #SO-P2603310
At approximately 7:11 p.m., Deputy Sutton was dispatched to Pleasant Valley Road in Chillicothe in reference to harassment complaints. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with the complainant and began an investigation.
Threats Complaint on Blacksmith Hill Road
Case #SO-P2603312
At 7:34 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Blacksmith Hill Road in Chillicothe in reference to a threats complaint. An investigation was initiated.
Emergency Mental Health Hold on Eastern Avenue
Case #SO-P2603311
At 7:42 p.m., Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to 804 Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe for an individual experiencing altered mental status.
Traffic Citation Issued for DUS Violation
Case #SO-P2603313
At 9:27 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on Orange Street near High Street in Chillicothe for a driving under suspension violation and improper turn violation. A citation was issued.
Motor Vehicle Crash with Injuries on Tar Hollow Road
Case #SO-P2603314
At 9:49 p.m., Sergeant Dutcher and Deputy Ramsey were dispatched to Tar Hollow Road and North Ridge Drive in Chillicothe for a motor vehicle crash with injuries. A vehicle went over a ditch and an investigation was started.
Missing Juvenile with Warrant Located
Case #SO-P2603316
At approximately 10:40 p.m., Deputy Sutton was dispatched to the Railway Express Marathon gas station on Pleasant Valley Road in Chillicothe in reference to a missing juvenile with an outstanding warrant. The juvenile was located and the warrant was confirmed. The juvenile was transported to the Juvenile Detention Center where he was booked in on the warrant.
Overdose Response on State Route 772
Case #SO-P2603315
At 11:18 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to State Route 772 for an overdose. Contact was made with the subject and an investigation was started.
Welfare Check on Legend Drive
Case #SO-P2603317
At 11:40 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Legend Drive in Chillicothe for a welfare check. An investigation was begun.