The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 11 incidents on July 17, 2026. The day’s activity included two theft-related incidents involving scams, multiple juvenile and welfare concerns, a non-suspicious death, criminal trespass, identity fraud, and mental health calls. Most incidents occurred in Chillicothe and surrounding areas.
Welfare Check on Zurma Court
Case #SO-P2603093
At approximately 8:28 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Zurma Court in Clarksburg for a welfare check. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with the homeowner and began an investigation.
Scam Theft on US Route 50
Case #SO-P2603092
At approximately 8:41 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 36000 block of US Route 50 in Londonderry in reference to a possible scam theft. Upon arrival, an investigation was started.
Unruly Complaint on Kinnamon Lane
Case #SO-P2603094
At approximately 9:41 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to a residence on Kinnamon Lane in Chillicothe in reference to an unruly complaint. The incident involved a missing person and unruly child.
Unruly Juvenile on State Route 357
Case #SO-P2603095
At approximately 10:19 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 18000 block of State Route 357 in Laurelville for a report of an unruly juvenile who was habitually disobedient. The deputy arrived on scene, spoke with a parent, opened an investigation, and contacted Child Protective Services.
Criminal Trespass on Atlantis Road
Case #SO-P2603096
At approximately 12:23 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Atlantis Road in Chillicothe for a trespass complaint. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with the caller, who reported that a male had trespassed on her property. An investigation was started.
Theft Report Filed by Out-of-Town Resident
Case #SO-P2603097
At approximately 1:20 p.m., a deputy was advised to contact a complainant by phone regarding a theft that occurred between June 1 and June 30, 2026, in Chillicothe. The complainant was out of town and wished to file a report for theft without consent.
Death Investigation on Marietta Road
Case #SO-P2603098
At approximately 2:30 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to the 10000 block of Marietta Road in Kingston for a possible dead on arrival. Upon arrival, an investigation was started and the death was classified as non-suspicious.
Non-Criminal Complaint on Main Street
Case #SO-P2603100
At approximately 2:46 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Main Street in Clarksburg in reference to a non-criminal complaint. The deputy arrived on scene, made contact with the caller, and began an investigation.
Identity Fraud Complaint in Chillicothe
Case #SO-P2603099
At approximately 3:44 p.m., a victim approached a deputy and reported being scammed by a company that had agreed to move a mobile home for her. An investigation was opened for identity fraud and obtaining or using personal identifying information to represent another person.
Welfare Check on Woodland Way
Case #SO-P2603102
At approximately 7:47 p.m., a deputy responded to Woodland Way in Chillicothe for a report involving an individual alleged to be mentally ill.