ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to multiple incidents on October 8, 2024, addressing matters ranging from vehicle accidents and thefts to disorderly conduct and non-criminal issues. Below is a chronological summary of the day’s events.
Vehicle Accident on Seymour Road
- Case Number: SO-P2404905
- Reported: 3:10 AM
- Location: Seymour Rd, Chillicothe
- Offense: Failure to Control Vehicle
Deputies were dispatched to Seymour Road in response to a vehicle accident. A caller reported that a vehicle struck their parked car and then veered off the roadway into a ditch. An investigation into the incident has been initiated.
Suspicious Trailer Found on Lunbeck Road
- Case Number: SO-P2404907
- Reported: 8:29 AM
- Location: Lunbeck Rd, Chillicothe
- Offense: Receiving Stolen Property
A resident on Lunbeck Road contacted authorities regarding a suspicious trailer left on his property. Believing it might be stolen after no one returned to claim it, he notified law enforcement. Deputies have begun an investigation and filed a report.
Threats Reported on State Route 772
- Case Number: SO-P2404909
- Reported: 11:25 AM
- Location: SR-772, Chillicothe
Deputies responded to a call about threats being made on State Route 772. Upon arrival, they interviewed a male individual who had red marks on his neck, suggesting a physical altercation had occurred. The individual declined to press charges. Photographs were taken, and a report was completed.
Breaking and Entering in Bainbridge
- Case Number: SO-P2404910
- Reported: 11:31 AM
- Location: S Maple St, Bainbridge
- Offenses: Breaking and Entering; Theft Without Consent
Deputies were dispatched to South Maple Street in Bainbridge following a report of a non-active burglary. The complainant reported unauthorized entry into their property and missing items. A report was made for documentation purposes. There are no suspects at this time.
Livestock Trespassing Complaint
- Case Number: SO-P2404912
- Reported: 11:37 AM
- Location: Goodhope Rd, Frankfort
Authorities responded to Goodhope Road regarding cows entering a neighbor’s property. Deputies conducted an investigation and advised the owner of the livestock to ensure the animals remain secured on his own property. A report was filed.
Traffic Violation Near Collision
- Case Number: SO-P2404908
- Reported: 11:44 AM
- Location: S Paint St/SR 772, Chillicothe
- Offense: Improper Turn; Failure to Signal Turn
While patrolling, a deputy observed a blue Chevrolet pickup truck exiting a private business and entering the roadway without ensuring it was safe, nearly causing a collision. A traffic stop was conducted, and the driver was issued a citation for improper turn and failure to signal.
Threats Complaint Filed at Law Complex
- Case Number: SO-P2404911
- Reported: 12:11 PM
- Location: Chillicothe
Deputies met with a complainant at the law complex regarding a threats complaint. After gathering information, a report was completed at the complainant’s request.
Domestic Dispute on Polk Hollow Road
- Case Number: SO-P2404913
- Reported: 2:02 PM
- Location: Polk Hollow Rd, Chillicothe
Deputies were dispatched to the 3000 block of Polk Hollow Road for a domestic dispute. Dispatch advised that a male subject from the residence was walking toward State Route 50. Deputies made contact with the individual, and an investigation was opened.
Disorderly Conduct on Anderson Station Road
- Case Number: SO-P2404914
- Reported: 3:07 PM
- Location: Anderson Station Rd, Chillicothe
Deputies responded to a disorderly conduct complaint on Anderson Station Road. They met with one of the parties involved but were unable to contact the other individual. A report was taken for documentation.
Caller Locked Behind Gate on Old US 35
- Case Number: SO-P2404917
- Reported: 5:07 PM
- Location: Old US 35 and Higby Rd, Chillicothe
Deputies were dispatched after a caller reported being locked behind a gate while maintaining the Buckeye Trail in the area of Old US 35 and Higby Road. The leaseholder of the property was contacted, and the caller was allowed to exit. A report was filed at the leaseholder’s request to have the caller trespassed from the property.
Disorderly Conduct in Bainbridge
- Case Number: SO-P2404915
- Reported: 5:14 PM
- Location: W Main St, Bainbridge
- Offense: Disorderly Conduct
Deputies responded to a disorderly conduct incident at a restaurant on West Main Street in Bainbridge. The situation resulted in a summons being issued to the individual involved.
Non-Criminal Issue at Scioto Woods Apartments
- Case Number: SO-P2404918
- Reported: 6:16 PM
- Location: Western Ave, Chillicothe
Deputies were dispatched to Scioto Woods Apartments on Western Avenue in reference to a non-criminal matter. The issue was resolved on scene, and the case is considered closed.
Suicidal Threats Addressed on Polk Hollow Road
- Case Number: SO-P2404916
- Reported: 6:22 PM
- Location: Polk Hollow Rd, Chillicothe
Deputies were dispatched to a residence on Polk Hollow Road in response to reported suicidal threats. Appropriate measures were taken to ensure the individual’s safety, and resources were provided.
Traffic Stop for Invalid Plates
- Case Number: SO-P2404919
- Reported: 10:51 PM
- Location: Massieville Rd, Chillicothe
- Offense: Operating Vehicle with Invalid Plates
A deputy conducted a traffic stop on Massieville Road, resulting in the driver receiving a citation for operating a vehicle with invalid license plates.
Missing Person Investigation Launched
- Case Number: SO-P2404920
- Reported: 10:51 PM
- Location: Musselman Station Rd, Frankfort
A caller reported a friend missing after not hearing from them for several days. Deputies initiated an investigation into the missing person report on Musselman Station Road.
Disorderly Incident at Rozelle Creek Market
- Case Number: SO-P2404921
- Reported: 11:56 PM
- Location: Massieville Rd, Chillicothe
Deputies were dispatched to the Rozelle Creek Market concerning a disorderly incident that occurred earlier at a residence on Massieville Road. An investigation was conducted, and the matter is under review.