The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 12 incidents on October 19, 2026, ranging from theft and breaking and entering to disorderly conduct, a domestic dispute and a sexual assault investigation. Notable calls included a break-in reported at the Ross County Humane Society, a sexual assault case forwarded to the RCSO Detective Bureau, and a mental health welfare check on Stoney Creek Road.
Disorderly Conduct and Drug Investigation on Liberty Hill Road
Case #SO-P2604522
On October 19 at 12:41 a.m., deputies were dispatched to Liberty Hill Road in Chillicothe for a possible disorderly complaint. The investigation led to charges including disorderly conduct while intoxicated, obstructing official business, possessing drug abuse instruments, endangering children and a probation violation.
Juvenile Investigation at Adena Local School District
Case #SO-P2604524
On October 19 at 6:59 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Adena Local School District on County Road 550 in Frankfort in reference to a juvenile. An investigation was started.
Theft Investigation on Plano Road
Case #SO-P2604523
On October 19 at 7:37 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 3300 block of Plano Road in Washington Court House for a theft without consent complaint. An investigation was started.
Break-In Reported at Ross County Humane Society
Case #SO-P2604526
On October 19 at approximately 9:59 a.m., Sgt. Champion was dispatched to the Ross County Humane Society on Lick Run Road in Chillicothe for a breaking and entering complaint. A man had reportedly broken into the building and taken property. Charges are expected once contact is made with the suspect.
Sexual Assault Reported in Kingston, Case Forwarded to Detectives
Case #SO-P2604529
On October 19 at approximately 1:12 p.m., Sgt. Champion was dispatched to East Ing Street in Kingston in reference to a sexual assault. A woman reported that she had been sexually assaulted without her knowledge. The case was forwarded to the RCSO Detective Bureau for further investigation.
Disorderly Conduct Warning Issued After US-23 Dispute
Case #SO-P2604527
On October 19, Deputy Nott was dispatched to US-23 near Waverly for a reported threat complaint between two parties. The investigation found no statements of self-harm had been made, and both parties were warned for disorderly conduct.
Mental Health Welfare Check on Stoney Creek Road
Case #SO-P2604528
On October 19 at approximately 11:42 a.m., Deputy Gallagher and Sgt. Champion were dispatched to Stoney Creek Road in Chillicothe for an unresponsive person. A woman was found awake but showing signs of a mental health issue. EMS evaluated her on scene, and she refused transport to the hospital. Integrated Services was contacted to assist the family.
Complaint Reported on Eastern Avenue
Case #SO-P2604530
On October 19, a deputy was dispatched to a location on Eastern Avenue in Chillicothe for a complaint. A report was taken.
Scam Complaint Reported at Western Avenue Business
Case #SO-P2604531
On October 19, Deputy Morgan took a lobby report at the Law Enforcement Complex regarding a scam complaint that occurred at a business on Western Avenue in Chillicothe. A report was taken.
Animal Complaint on Skiver Road
Case #SO-P2604532
On October 19, a deputy was dispatched to Skiver Road in Chillicothe for an animal complaint.
Disorderly Complaint on Baum Hill Road
Case #SO-P2604533
On October 19, Deputy Sutton and another deputy were dispatched to Baum Hill Road in Chillicothe for a disorderly complaint.
Domestic Dispute Investigation in Kingston
Case #SO-P2604534
On October 19 at 8:38 p.m., Sgt. Riege was dispatched to an address on South Main Street in Kingston for a domestic dispute. The caller stated that a son at the residence was intoxicated and causing issues. An investigation was started.