Chillicothe Police Department officers responded to multiple incidents on March 15, 2025, including drug-related offenses, theft, disorderly conduct, and vehicular crashes. Several investigations remain ongoing. Below is a summary of key incidents reported throughout the day.

Drug Paraphernalia and Possession

Case Number: PD-P2501321

Officers responded to a report of an overdose at Scioto Shoe Mart on Western Avenue. The incident involved drug paraphernalia and possession of schedule I or II drugs. The investigation is ongoing.

Threat Report

Case Number: PD-P2501322

Police were dispatched to 320 McKeller Street following a report of threats. The incident was classified as non-criminal.

Disorderly Conduct

Case Number: PD-P2501323

Officers responded to a domestic dispute on Clay Street. A report was taken, and no further details were provided.

Suspicious Person Report

Case Number: PD-P2501324

Authorities were called to 47 N Bridge Street regarding a suspicious person. The investigation is ongoing.

Theft Investigation

Case Number: PD-P2501326

Police were dispatched to Western Avenue following a report of a theft. The investigation continues.

Crash Due to Failure to Yield

Case Number: PD-P2501327

A vehicular crash occurred on N Bridge Street due to a driver failing to yield while turning left. A crash report was filed.

Warrant Service

Case Number: PD-P2501329

Officers traveled to Montgomery County Jail to take custody of a female with an active Chillicothe Police Department warrant. The individual was transported to Ross County Jail.

Rear-End Collision

Case Number: PD-P2501328

A vehicle failed to stop in time at a traffic light on N Bridge Street, colliding with another vehicle. No injuries were reported. The driver, Hope Sparks, was cited for Assured Clear Distance Ahead (ACDA) and has a court date set for March 21, 2025.

Criminal Trespassing

Case Number: PD-P2501330

Police responded to a disorderly conduct report at Walmart on Rivertrace. The investigation is ongoing.

Accident Investigation

Case Number: PD-P2501331

An accident occurred at 95 W 4th Street. The investigation is pending.

Reckless Driving Incident

Case Number: PD-P2501332

An officer observed two pickup trucks engaging in reckless driving at 1075 N Bridge Street. One driver was cited for willful and wanton disregard for safety after accelerating, smoking tires, and causing his vehicle to sway.

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