CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe Police Department is investigating an alleged robbery involving a juvenile suspect at Yoctangee Park’s skate park. According to the police report, officers initially responded to a call around 7:21 p.m. on September 13, about a black male carrying a gun and harassing park visitors. Despite a patrol of the area, […]
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Ross County Sheriff’s Office investigates alleged assault by Paint Valley school bus driver
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Paint Valley Local School District is facing serious allegations after a parent claimed that a school bus driver assaulted their 5-year-old child. According to the Ross County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy was sent to investigate the incident reported by the concerned parent. The parent alleges that over two weeks ago, […]
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Scioto County deputy shot responding to dispute; Suspect arrested after standoff
SCIOTO COUNTY, Ohio — A Scioto County deputy was shot over the weekend while responding to a dispute in Portsmouth, Ohio. The incident occurred late Saturday, September 14, when deputies were dispatched to a residence on Liberty Avenue after receiving a 911 call regarding a threat involving a firearm. Scioto County Sheriff David Thoroughman reported […]
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Lancaster man killed in Hocking County crash
HOCKING COUNTY, Ohio – The Ohio Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred on Route 278 in Hocking County, north of Nelsonville. The crash happened around 7:35 p.m. this evening, when a 2002 Ford F-250, driven by 42-year-old Ryan L. Russell of Lancaster, veered left of center, left the roadway, struck a […]
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Ross County deputies search for gunman
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Deputies are on the lookout for a suspect involved in a shooting that stemmed from a neighbor dispute late Friday night in Bainbridge. Authorities responded to a 911 call shortly after 10 p.m., reporting gunfire on Third Street. According to preliminary reports, the suspect fled the scene in a black SUV, […]
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Two-Vehicle crash on Route 772 in Ross Co.
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Emergency responders are on the scene of a serious two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 10:26 AM this morning on Route 772 at Rozelle Creek Road. Reports indicate possible entrapment involving occupants in one or both vehicles. Rescue crews are currently working to free those trapped and assess the situation. Updates […]
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Ross County schools receive mixed ratings in state report cards
COLUMBUS, Ohio — In the latest State School District Report Cards, Ross County schools have garnered a variety of ratings, reflecting their performance across several key areas. The evaluations, which assess student achievement, growth, and preparedness, show both strengths and areas needing improvement within the region’s education system. The ranking goes from 1 star to […]
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Tranformer explosion at Vinton County power plant causes massive fire
VINTON COUNTY, Ohio — Residents across the Vinton County region were startled Thursday afternoon as a massive black cloud billowed from the horizon. The dramatic scene unfolded in Wilkesville, where a transformer at the Rolling Hills power generation station caught fire and exploded. Wilkesville Village Mayor Matt Smith confirmed the incident, stating that the transformer […]
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Ross Co. deputies responded to various calls on September 12, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — In a day marked by a range of incidents across Ross County, local deputies responded to various calls, from disorderly conduct to theft and welfare checks. Key events included a threat complaint at Zane Trace, a stolen trailer hitch reported in Bainbridge, and multiple cases involving non-criminal disturbances. Case Number: SO-P2404486Offenses: Aggravated […]
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Chillicothe Police Department: Reports of assaults, thefts, and disorderly conduct on September 12, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The following is a summary of police activity reported on September 12, 2024, in the city. From routine traffic stops to incidents of disorderly conduct, domestic violence, theft, and more, law enforcement officers responded to a range of calls for service throughout the day and night. PD-P2405105 PD-P2405108 PD-P2405106 PD-P2405107 PD-P2405109 PD-P2405110 […]