On March 31, 2025, Chillicothe Police Department officers responded to a variety of incidents across the city, including vehicle violations, theft reports, drug-related activity, and multiple disorderly conduct calls. The day included one non-suspicious death, numerous traffic citations, and ongoing investigations into complaints ranging from criminal mischief to overdose and trespassing. Below are summaries for each reported case.

Reckless Driving Leads to Traffic Citation

Case Number: PD-P2501634

At 1:20 a.m. on March 31, officers responded to a reckless driving complaint in the area of 61 N Bridge St. A citation was issued for operating a motor vehicle without a valid license and issues related to the license plate.

Vehicle Stolen on East 4th Street

Case Number: PD-P2501635

Chillicothe officers took a report of a stolen vehicle at 5:07 a.m. from the East 4th Street area. The investigation is ongoing.

Speed Enforcement Operation Underway

Case Number: PD-P2501636

An officer conducted stationary radar enforcement near E Main and Mulberry Streets. The investigation is in progress.

Criminal Mischief at Red Dot Storage

Case Number: PD-P2501638

Authorities responded at 9:03 a.m. to Red Dot Storage on Western Ave for a criminal mischief complaint. A report was taken.

Subject Barred from Local Properties

Case Number: PD-P2501637

Police responded to E Main Street at 9:04 a.m. where a property owner requested a trespassing subject be barred. Shawn Lyons was officially barred from 543 E Main St and 15 N Rose St.

Investigation of TPO Violation Continues

Case Number: PD-P2501639

A TPO violation complaint on S Renick Ave was reported at 11:08 a.m. The investigation is ongoing.

Unresponsive Male Found; Death Not Suspicious

Case Number: PD-P2501642

At 1:01 p.m., officers were dispatched to 93 S Hickory St Apt 2 where a male was found unresponsive. The death is considered non-suspicious.

Disorderly Conduct and Trespassing Call on E 4th St

Case Number: PD-P2501641

Police responded at 1:17 p.m. to reports of disorderly conduct and criminal trespass at 802 E 4th St. The case remains under active investigation.

Ongoing Trespassing Complaint on S Douglas Ave

Case Number: PD-P2501643

A trespassing issue was reported at 2:02 p.m. on S Douglas Ave. Investigation is ongoing.

Disorderly Behavior Reported on E Main St

Case Number: PD-P2501644

At 2:27 p.m., officers responded to a complaint of disorderly conduct at 274 ½ E Main St. Investigation continues.

Welfare Check Initiated on Allen Ave

Case Number: PD-P2501646

Police conducted a welfare check at 2:39 p.m. on Allen Ave. The situation remains under review.

Suspected Drug Overdose on Eastern Ave

Case Number: PD-P2501645

Chillicothe officers were dispatched to 400 Eastern Ave at 3:02 p.m. in reference to a possible overdose. The investigation is ongoing.

Traffic Stop Results in Multiple Violations

Case Number: PD-P2501647

At 3:56 p.m., a green sedan was stopped on N Bridge Street for failing to obey a red light. Officers are investigating violations including drug paraphernalia and driving under suspension.

Theft Without Consent Reported on Stoneridge Dr

Case Number: PD-P2501649

A theft complaint was reported at 6:11 p.m. on Stoneridge Dr. The matter is under investigation.

Disorderly Conduct at N Bridge St Apartment

Case Number: PD-P2501648

At 6:29 p.m., officers were dispatched to Apartment 58 at 24 N Bridge St regarding a disorderly complaint. Investigation continues.

Traffic Citation Issued for Improper Turn

Case Number: PD-P2501650

A citation was issued at 7:08 p.m. near W 4th St and S Walnut St for failing to signal a turn within 100 feet. The driver was also cited for driving under suspension.

Warrant Investigation Behind LEC

Case Number: PD-P2501651

Police responded at 7:21 p.m. to a report of a subject with a warrant behind the Law Enforcement Complex. The investigation continues.

Warrant Service Conducted on Columbus St

Case Number: PD-P2501653

A warrant was served at 1049 Columbus St (McArthur Gardens) at 8:45 p.m. Officers are continuing their investigation.

Evening Disorderly Complaint Logged on E 5th St

Case Number: PD-P2501652

At 9:02 p.m., officers responded to a disorderly conduct complaint at 304 E 5th St. The case remains active.

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