The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 22 incidents on July 31, 2026, ranging from a drug overdose and structure fire in the early morning hours to traffic violations, disorderly conduct complaints, and a domestic violence arrest later in the day. Notable calls included a vehicle pursuit assisted by the Ohio State Highway Patrol, a domestic violence incident that ended in Clarksburg, and multiple welfare checks and mental health-related responses.
Drug Overdose on Mound Lane
Case #SO-P2603294
At 12:02 a.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to a residence on Mound Lane in reference to a possible overdose.
Structure Fire on Chapel Creek Road
Case #SO-P2603295
At 6:22 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 800 block of Chapel Creek Road for a structure fire. An investigation was initiated upon arrival.
Assist Agency Call at Freedom’s Path
Case #SO-P2603296
At 11:28 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Freedom’s Path in reference to an assist agency call. The deputy arrived on scene, made contact with Virginia police, and began an investigation.
Property Damage on US Route 50
Case #SO-P2603297
At approximately 11:50 a.m., Sergeant Champion was dispatched to US Route 50 in South Salem in reference to a non-criminal property damage complaint. A female had accidentally damaged property; the incident was documented and photographs were taken.
Homeless Encampment Trespass 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 in Richmond Dale
Case #SO-P2603302
At 1:55 p.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Main Street in Richmond Dale for a motor vehicle accident. The incident involved failure to yield at a stop sign or yield sign. A report was taken following the 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 on Hospital Road 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. Both the victim and suspect fled the scene 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.
Vehicle Pursuit and Felony Stop
Case #SO-P2603308
At 6:37 p.m., Sergeant Dutcher responded to Blain Highway and US Route 50 to assist the Ohio State Highway Patrol with a felony stop following a vehicle pursuit. The suspect was taken into custody.
Disorderly Conduct at Quick Stop in Richmond Dale
Case #SO-P2603309
At 6:44 p.m., Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to Quick Stop in Richmond Dale, Ross County, Ohio in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint.
Telecommunications Harassment 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. 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 begun.
Mental Health Hold on Eastern Avenue
Case #SO-P2603311
At 7:42 p.m., Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to 804 Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe in reference to an individual with altered mental status.
Traffic Citation for Suspended License
Case #SO-P2603313
At 9:27 p.m., Deputy JoHansen conducted a traffic stop on Orange Street near High Street in Chillicothe for driving with a suspended license and an improper turn. 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 had gone over a ditch. An investigation was started.
Juvenile Arrested on Outstanding Warrant
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, the warrant was confirmed, and the juvenile was transported to the Juvenile Detention Center where he was booked in.
Drug Overdose on State Route 772
Case #SO-P2603315
At 11:18 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to State Route 772 in reference to an overdose. The deputy made contact with the subject who had overdosed and began an investigation.
Welfare Check on Legend Drive
Case #SO-P2603317
At 11:40 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Legend Drive in Chillicothe in reference to a welfare check. An investigation was begun.