The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 14 incidents on July 24, 2026, ranging from traffic accidents and warrant arrests to serious felony allegations. The day’s activity included two reported rape cases, multiple property crimes, and several warrant-related apprehensions. Calls spanned across Chillicothe, Bainbridge, and surrounding areas throughout the day and into the evening.
Private Property Vehicle Accident on Union Lane
Case #SO-P2603202
At 12:35 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Union Lane in reference to a private property crash. An investigation was initiated.
Warrant Arrest on Blackwater Road
Case #SO-P2603203
At 1:40 a.m., Deputy JoHansen coordinated with South Bloomfield Police to apprehend a wanted subject at the intersection of Blackwater Road and US-23 in Chillicothe.
Second Warrant Arrest Near US-23
Case #SO-P2603204
At 2:33 a.m., Deputy JoHansen again coordinated with South Bloomfield Police Department on Blackwater Road near US-23 to arrest a wanted subject on warrant.
Stolen License Plate Report on Pleasant Valley Road
Case #SO-P2603207
At 10:25 a.m., a deputy responded to Pleasant Valley Road to investigate a theft complaint. The complainant reported a stolen license plate, and an investigation was started.
Illegal Dumping Complaint in Bainbridge
Case #SO-P2603208
On July 24, an officer investigated an illegal dumping complaint that occurred on West Fifth Street in Bainbridge.
Vehicle Vandalism on Shawnee Street
Case #SO-P2603209
At 1:05 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Shawnee Street in Bainbridge in reference to criminal mischief. The caller reported that a subject had damaged a vehicle he was driving, and an investigation was started.
Hit and Run Accident at Adena Regional Medical Center
Case #SO-P2603210
At 2:15 p.m., Deputy Morgan responded to Adena Regional Medical Center to investigate a hit and run accident on hospital property. A report was taken and an investigation began.
Non-Criminal Complaint on Chief Lane
Case #SO-P2603211
At 3:20 p.m., a deputy was made aware of a complaint on Chief Lane and spoke with the complainant by phone regarding a non-criminal incident. An investigation was started.
Sex Offense Involving Minor Reported on Western Avenue
Case #SO-P2603212
At 3:30 p.m., a deputy spoke with a complainant about a sex offense. The complainant provided information regarding a sex offense involving a minor, and an investigation was initiated.
Possible Sex Offense on Cattail Road
Case #SO-P2603213
At 3:38 p.m., a deputy spoke with a subject by telephone in reference to a possible sex offense that occurred on Cattail Road. Information was obtained and an investigation was started.
Probation Violation Assistance on Pam Lane
Case #SO-P2603214
At 3:57 p.m., Deputy Morgan responded to Pam Lane to assist Child Protective Services in an ex-parte matter. A report was taken.
Runaway Juvenile Located on Western Avenue
Case #SO-P2603215
At 6:49 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Western Avenue in reference to a runaway juvenile. The juvenile was located.
Disorderly Conduct Call at Applegate Apartments
Case #SO-P2603216
At 8:00 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to Applegate Apartments on Western Avenue in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint.
Juvenile Report Conducted on Cattail Road
Case #SO-P2603217
At 9:13 p.m., a deputy conducted a juvenile report over a recorded line and initiated an investigation.