The day’s incidents in Ross County on August 30, 2025, included various criminal activities such as drug possession, traffic violations, disorderly conduct, and more. Deputies conducted several investigations resulting in arrests and citations. Non-criminal complaints were also addressed, demonstrating a busy day for law enforcement responding to the community’s needs.

Drug Paraphernalia and Possession of Drugs

Case Number: SO-P2503949

On 8/30/2025, Deputy Stanley observed a suspicious male on Massieville Road, Chillicothe, carrying a large metal pipe and a hammer. Upon investigation, suspected narcotics were seized.

Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence (OVI)

Case Number: SO-P2503950

On US-23 near mile post 7, a male was arrested for OVI following a traffic stop conducted by Deputy Stanley on 8/30/2025.

Disorderly Conduct

Case Number: SO-P2503952

Dispatched to Overbrook Apartments, Chillicothe, on 8/30/2025, Sgt Dutcher responded to a disorderly conduct situation following a 911 hang-up. Warnings were given.

Abandoned Vehicle

Case Number: SO-P2503953

Sgt Dutcher was dispatched to Railway Express, Chillicothe, on 8/30/2025 for an abandoned vehicle, which was subsequently towed.

Non-Criminal Activity

Case Number: SO-P2503955

Deputy was dispatched to Jadwin Road, Kingston, on 8/30/2025 for a possible non-criminal complaint.

Littering Complaint

Case Number: SO-P2503954

On 8/30/2025, Deputy JoHansen responded to a littering complaint involving a male on Polk Hollow Road, Chillicothe.

Broken Down Vehicle

Case Number: SO-P2503956

On 8/30/2025, Sgt Dutcher encountered a broken down vehicle at N Second St and W Springfield St, Frankfort.

Welfare Check – Elderly Female

Case Number: SO-P2503957

On 8/30/2025, Sgt Dutcher conducted a welfare check on an elderly female on Valley Drive, Chillicothe, who was subsequently taken to hospital.

Welfare Check Request

Case Number: SO-P2503959

A welfare check was requested in the 2000 block of Alum Cliff Road, Chillicothe, on 8/30/2025.

Complaint on Trego Creek

Case Number: SO-P2503958

Sgt Dutcher responded to a complaint at Trego Creek, Chillicothe, on 8/30/2025, and the report was held.

Emergency Hospitalization – Mental Illness Hold

Case Number: SO-P2503960

On 8/30/2025, Sgt Dutcher was dispatched to Meadow Way, Chillicothe, for a suspicious vehicle. A female was taken to hospital for suicidal ideations.

Burglary Complaint

Case Number: SO-P2503961

Deputy Jackson responded to a non-active burglary complaint on Moss Hollow Rd, Chillicothe, on 8/30/2025.

Non-Suspicious Death

Case Number: SO-P2503963

On 8/30/2025, Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to the 300 block of Draher Lane, Bainbridge, for a possible DOA determined to be non-suspicious.

Disorderly Conduct

Case Number: SO-P2503962

A disorderly conduct complaint was addressed on Hopetown Road, Chillicothe, on 8/30/2025 and forwarded for Law Director review.

Assistance to CPS

Case Number: SO-P2503964

On 8/30/2025, Sgt Dutcher assisted CPS on Moon Road, Greenfield.

Theft – Without Consent

Case Number: SO-P2503966

Sgt Dutcher investigated a scam-related theft on Crouse Chapel Road, Chillicothe, on 8/30/2025.

Disorderly Conduct – Resolved

Case Number: SO-P2503965

A disorderly conduct case on OH-28, Frankfort, was closed and resolved on 8/30/2025.

Telecommunications Harassment

Case Number: SO-P2503967

Deputy Jackson addressed a threats complaint on Sullivan Rd, Chillicothe, on 8/30/2025.

Assistance and Arrest for Warrant

Case Number: SO-P2503969

Assisting on a traffic crash on Frankfort-Clarksburg Pike, Frankfort, on 8/30/2025, an arrest was made for an active warrant.

Non-Criminal Complaint

Case Number: SO-P2503968

A phone report regarding non-criminal activity on SR 772, Bainbridge, was taken by Deputy Jackson on 8/30/2025.

Driving Under Suspension Citation

Case Number: SO-P2503970

Deputy Woodbridge issued a citation for Driving Under Suspension near Massieville Road and Trego Creek Road, Chillicothe, on 8/30/2025.

Traffic Offenses and Open Container Violation

Case Number: SO-P2503971

On Massieville Road, Chillicothe, on 8/30/2025, a male driver received multiple citations for traffic offenses, while a passenger received an open container citation.

Criminal Trespass

Case Number: SO-P2503972

An active trespass was reported in the 3000 block of Massieville Road, Chillicothe, on 8/30/2025, leading to an investigation.

Drug Possession and Related Offenses

Case Number: SO-P2503973

A male subject was arrested for drug possession and related charges following a traffic stop on US-23 South near mile post 6 in Ross County on 8/30/2025.

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