The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 13 incidents on August 5, 2026, ranging from theft complaints and criminal trespass to disorderly conduct and traffic enforcement. Notable calls included a welfare check on an elderly male exhibiting signs of dementia near a regional medical center, multiple theft investigations across the county, and a criminal trespass investigation at a local landmark that resulted in three summonses and three trespass warnings.
Theft and Mischief at US 50 Business
Case #SO-P2603385
On August 5 at 6:15 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to a business on US 50 in Bainbridge in reference to a theft complaint. The incident involved criminal mischief, including moving, defacing, or tampering with property of another, as well as theft without consent. The incident began on August 4 and continued into August 5.
Criminal Trespass Complaint in South Salem
Case #SO-P2603386
On August 5 at 7:57 a.m., a deputy and Deputy Tatman were dispatched to a residence on Lower Twin Road in South Salem in reference to a trespass complaint. An investigation was initiated at the scene.
Non-Criminal Complaint at Law Complex
Case #SO-P2603387
On August 5 at 10:01 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to the Law Enforcement Center on Stoney Creek Road in Chillicothe for a non-criminal complaint. An investigation was started upon arrival.
Elderly Male with Dementia Located Near Hospital
Case #SO-P2603388
On August 5 at approximately 10:09 a.m., Chief Deputy Hollis located an elderly male exhibiting signs of dementia near Adena Regional Medical Center on Hospital Road in Chillicothe. The male was transported to the hospital for medical care.
Business Complaint at Law Complex
Case #SO-P2603389
On August 5 at 11:37 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to the lobby of the law complex in South Salem in reference to a complaint involving a business on US 50.
Theft by Deception on Fry Drive
Case #SO-P2603390
On August 5 at 11:44 a.m., a deputy spoke with a male subject in the lobby of the law complex in reference to a theft by deception complaint that occurred on Fry Drive in Chillicothe. An investigation was initiated.
Theft Report on Blacksmith Hill Road
Case #SO-P2603392
On August 5 at 1:48 p.m., Deputy Nott was dispatched to Blacksmith Hill Road in Chillicothe for a theft complaint. A report was taken and an investigation was started.
Disorderly Conduct Arrest on Eastern Avenue
Case #SO-P2603393
On August 5 at 2:39 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the 800 block of Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe for a report of a disorderly male. Upon arrival, the male was located, an investigation was started, and an arrest was made.
Driver Cited for Operating on Closed Road
Case #SO-P2603394
On August 5 at 4:00 p.m., Sergeant Dutcher observed a black Honda CR-V operating on the closed portion of Bridge Street in Chillicothe. The vehicle turned around and re-entered US 35. A traffic stop was initiated and a citation was issued.
Disorderly Conduct Investigation in Frankfort
Case #SO-P2603395
On August 5 at approximately 7:47 p.m., deputies were dispatched to South Anderson Avenue in Frankfort in reference to a disorderly incident. Upon arrival, deputies made contact with the complainant and an investigation was started.
Criminal Trespass at North High Street Flood Wall
Case #SO-P2603396
On August 5 at 8:17 p.m., Deputy JoHansen investigated a trespass complaint at North High Street at the Flood Wall in Chillicothe. Three individuals were issued summonses, and three additional individuals were issued trespass warnings.
Warrant Investigation in Waverly
Case #SO-P2603397
On August 5 at 8:32 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Waverly on Western Avenue in reference to a warrant. An investigation was begun.
Theft Report on North Second Street
Case #SO-P2603398
On August 5 at approximately 11:00 p.m., Deputy Sutton was dispatched to North Second Street in Frankfort in reference to a theft report. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with the complainant and an investigation was started.