The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 15 incidents on October 23, 2026, ranging from mental health holds and harassment complaints to breaking and entering, vandalism and disorderly conduct. Notable calls included an arrest for breaking and entering on Rapid Forge Road, a credit card theft investigation on Kinzer Road, and mental health crisis transports from Chester Hill Road and Blain Highway.

Alleged Burglary Investigated on Free Lane

Case #SO-P2604588

Early on October 23, around 12:56 a.m., Deputy O’Bomsawin and Deputy Washek were dispatched to Free Lane in Bainbridge in reference to an alleged burglary. An investigation was opened.

Juvenile Transported for Mental Health Evaluation on Chester Hill Road

Case #SO-P2604592

On October 23 at approximately 11:40 a.m., a deputy was dispatched to Chester Hill Road in Chillicothe for a report of an unruly juvenile. The juvenile was transported to Adena Regional Medical Center at the parents’ request under an emergency hospitalization hold.

Credit Card Misuse Reported on Kinzer Road

Case #SO-P2604589

On October 23 at approximately 12:14 p.m., a deputy took a report of theft on Kinzer Road in Bainbridge. The victim said her credit card had been used without her permission. The investigation is pending.

Welfare Check Conducted on Rocky Road

Case #SO-P2604590

On October 23 at approximately 12:35 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Rocky Road in Chillicothe for a welfare check. The caller said she was concerned about her boyfriend. An investigation was opened.

Harassment Complaint Reported on South Bridge Street

Case #SO-P2604591

On October 23 at approximately 12:40 p.m., a deputy responded to a report of harassment on South Bridge Street in Chillicothe. The caller said she was being harassed by another individual.

Suspect Arrested for Breaking and Entering on Rapid Forge Road

Case #SO-P2604593

On October 23 at approximately 1:18 p.m., Deputy Nott, Deputy Sigman and Sgt. Champion were dispatched to Rapid Forge Road in Bainbridge in reference to a trespass complaint. Upon arrival, they located a suspect inside a vehicle, and investigation revealed the suspect had entered a residence and removed items. The suspect was arrested and charged with breaking and entering.

Property Dispute on Limerick Road Determined Civil Matter

Case #SO-P2604594

On October 23 at approximately 2:04 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Limerick Road in Chillicothe on a theft complaint. The caller said a neighbor had trespassed on his property and taken a stone. The investigation determined the matter was civil in nature.

Protection Order Violation Investigated on Infirmary Lane

Case #SO-P2604595

On October 23 at approximately 5:05 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Infirmary Lane in Chillicothe in reference to a report involving a protection order violation. A report was taken.

Harassment Report Taken by Phone in Yellowbud Area

Case #SO-P2604596

On October 23, Sgt. Dutcher handled a report of harassment by phone involving the Yellowbud Road area of Chillicothe.

Vandalism Reported on Kingston-Adelphi Road

Case #SO-P2604598

On October 23 at approximately 6:45 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to Kingston-Adelphi Road in Chillicothe in reference to a possible vandalism complaint. An investigation was opened.

Woman Transported for Mental Health Crisis on Blain Highway

Case #SO-P2604599

On October 23 at approximately 7:45 p.m., Deputy Morgan was dispatched to the 2000 block of Blain Highway near Waverly for a woman experiencing a mental health crisis. She was transported to the hospital for further treatment under an emergency hospitalization hold.

Disorderly Complaint Reported on Free Lane

Case #SO-P2604601

On October 23 at approximately 7:51 p.m., Sgt. Dutcher was dispatched to Free Lane in Bainbridge on a disorderly complaint.

Disorderly Conduct Complaint on Egypt Pike

Case #SO-P2604602

On October 23 at approximately 9:20 p.m., Deputy Morgan responded to the 10000 block of Egypt Pike near Frankfort in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint. A report was taken and no charges were filed.

Parties Separated After Disorderly Complaint on Liberty Hill Road

Case #SO-P2604603

On October 23 at approximately 9:49 p.m., Sgt. Dutcher and Deputy Ramsey were dispatched to Liberty Hill Road in Chillicothe on a disorderly complaint. The parties agreed to separate and remain cordial.

Deputies Respond to Fire on Hartwood Road

Case #SO-P2604604

On October 23 at approximately 10:58 p.m., Deputy Mogan and Sgt. Dutcher were dispatched to Hartwood Road in Chillicothe on a report of a fire.

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