CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – The Ross County Grand Jury concluded its session on January 12th, presenting a total of 19 cases to the court. Among these cases, one was returned as a misdemeanor while three others are pending release to the public.
According to the Ross County Prosecutor’s Office, details emerged during the grand jury testimony related to a felony case. The incident involved a resident of Safe Haven DARTS, a Drug Addiction Treatment Center, who reported missing items from a rented house located at 160 East Main Street.
On December 13th, surveillance footage showcased 28-year-old Brandon G. Seward entering the house at 3:41 am and taking several items from the refrigerator. It was discovered that Seward had not been a client at the center for 10 days and had been assigned to a different residence. Due to his unauthorized presence, this act qualified as burglary, even though the stolen items held little monetary value.
If indicted on second degree felony burglary charges, Seward could face up to eight years in prison and be liable for fines amounting to $15,000.
The Ross County Grand Jury’s recent session has yielded a range of cases, presenting a glimpse into the criminal activity within the community. While one case is being classified as a misdemeanor, three others are awaiting public disclosure. Among these, the testimony surrounding a burglary at a Drug Addiction Treatment Center stands out.
Reportedly, a resident of Safe Haven DARTS informed the program director about missing items from a rented house. The subsequent investigation revealed video footage capturing Brandon G. Seward’s unauthorized entry into the premises. At the time of the incident, he was no longer a client at the center and had been assigned to a different residence.
However, Seward’s actions were not without consequences. The stolen items may have lacked significant value, but his unauthorized presence constituted burglary. With potential charges now hanging over his head, Seward faces the possibility of an eight-year sentence and hefty fines if indicted on second degree felony burglary charges.
In conclusion, the Ross County Grand Jury has concluded its session, presenting 19 cases to the court. Among these, one case has been categorized as a misdemeanor, while three others are awaiting release to the public. The grand jury testimonies have shed light on a variety of offenses, one of which involves an individual unlawfully entering a Drug Addiction Treatment Center’s property and the subsequent theft of items. If charged with second degree felony burglary, the accused could face significant prison time and substantial fines.