The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 20 incidents on July 30, 2026, ranging from traffic enforcement and warrant arrests to theft, vandalism, and harassment complaints. Notable incidents included a robbery investigation in Clarksburg, a drug possession case involving a K9 unit, a violation of a protection order, and a hit-and-run investigation at a local business. The day’s activity spanned from 3:16 a.m. through 10:25 p.m. and covered multiple jurisdictions within Ross County.
Driver with Suspended License Stopped on US-50
Case #SO-P2603273
At approximately 3:16 a.m., Deputy Williamson was patrolling in the 34000 block of US-50 when a random license plate verification revealed the registered owner had a suspended license. The deputy activated overhead lights and conducted a traffic stop.
Disorderly Complaint Over Animals in Chillicothe
Case #SO-P2603274
At approximately 3:32 a.m., Deputy Williamson was dispatched to Moss Hollow Road in reference to a disorderly complaint involving animals. The deputy made contact with the complainant, and a report was held for documentation.
Copper Theft Reported on Cooks Hill Road
Case #SO-P2603275
At approximately 6:01 a.m., Deputy Morgan responded to Cooks Hill Road in reference to the theft of copper. A report was taken.
Warrant Arrest on East Main Street
Case #SO-P2603276
At approximately 9:55 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to East Main Street in reference to a subject with an outstanding warrant. An arrest was made.
Outstanding Warrant Arrest in Clarksburg
Case #SO-P2603279
At approximately 11:19 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Fourth Street in Clarksburg in reference to a threats complaint. A male subject was arrested on an outstanding warrant.
Robbery Investigation Initiated on Fourth Street
Case #SO-P2603280
At approximately 12:58 p.m., Deputy Morgan responded to Fourth Street in Clarksburg for a threats complaint. A warrant was requested and the investigation continues.
Child Protective Services Ex Parte Granted
Case #SO-P2603282
At approximately 1:12 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Vernon Drive to assist Child Protective Services with an ex parte order. The ex parte was granted.
K9 Unit Detects Drugs in Traffic Stop
Case #SO-P2603283
At approximately 1:54 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to South Bridge Street at the request of the Ohio State Highway Patrol to conduct a K9 sniff on a traffic stop. The K9 provided a positive indication for drugs, and the investigation is pending.
Warrant Arrest on Eastern Avenue
Case #SO-P2603284
At approximately 2:21 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Eastern Avenue on report of a male with a warrant. An arrest and report resulted from the contact.
Protection Order Violation Results in Arrest
Case #SO-P2603285
At approximately 3:50 p.m., Deputy T. Boltenhouse was dispatched to Walnut Creek Road in reference to a violation of a protection order. An arrest and report resulted from the investigation.
Hit-and-Run at Riffles Machine Works
Case #SO-P2603286
At approximately 3:53 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Riffles Machine Works on State Route 159 in reference to a vehicle hit-and-run in the parking lot. An investigation was begun.
Harassment Complaint Documented on Western Avenue
Case #SO-P2603287
At approximately 5:23 p.m., Deputy Williamson was dispatched to the 1900 block of Western Avenue in Ross County for a harassment complaint. The deputy made contact with the caller and held a report for documentation.
Disorderly Conduct Warning Issued at Motor Vehicle Accident
Case #SO-P2603288
At approximately 5:26 p.m., Deputy Morgan responded to the 2000 block of Sullivan Road to assist the Ohio State Highway Patrol in a crash investigation. A report was made and a female was warned for disorderly conduct.
Stalking Investigation Initiated on Carmel Drive
Case #SO-P2603290
At approximately 6:08 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Carmel Drive in reference to a non-criminal complaint involving menacing by stalking. An investigation began.
Motor Vehicle Accident on Western Avenue
Case #SO-P2603291
At approximately 7:05 p.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to Western Avenue in reference to a motor vehicle accident.
Theft Investigation Initiated on Patton Hill Road
Case #SO-P2603292
At approximately 7:17 p.m., Deputy Williamson was dispatched to Patton Hill Road in Ross County in reference to a theft complaint. The deputy made contact with the caller and initiated an investigation.
Vandalism Complaint: Trees Cut and Removed from Property
Case #SO-P2603289
At approximately 7:43 p.m., Sergeant Riege received a phone report of a vandalism complaint on Camelin Hill Road. The caller reported that trees were cut and removed from her land without authorization. An investigation was started.
Telecommunications Harassment via Facebook Messenger
Case #SO-P2603293
At approximately 10:25 p.m., Sergeant Riege received a phone report of a harassment complaint from Wiles Lane in Richmond Dale. The caller reported receiving unsolicited Facebook Messenger messages from an unknown subject after a known individual had rescued a dog and brought it to the caller’s residence.