On April 15, 2025, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to 23 incidents across the city, ranging from thefts and traffic violations to domestic violence and drug-related offenses. Several investigations remain ongoing, with police handling both criminal and non-criminal matters throughout the day and evening. Below is a summary of each reported case.

Unruly Juvenile Arrest on W Main St

Case Number: PD-P2501925

A juvenile was arrested following a traffic stop on W Main St shortly before 2 a.m. No further details were provided.

Early Morning Warrant Arrest on N Paint St

Case Number: PD-P2501926

A subject was arrested on an outstanding warrant around 3:35 a.m. on N Paint St. Investigation is ongoing.

Speed Violation Traffic Stop on Mill St

Case Number: PD-P2501927

An officer conducted a traffic stop for speeding at Mill St and Yoctangee around 7:28 a.m.

Traffic Stop for Speed on Yoctangee Pkwy

Case Number: PD-P2501928

At 8:04 a.m., an officer made a traffic stop at the intersection of Yoctangee Pkwy and Arch St for a speeding violation.

Domestic Violence Complaint on Gilmore St

Case Number: PD-P2501930

Police responded to a domestic violence complaint at 947 Gilmore St. The investigation is currently ongoing.

Burglary Report on S Walnut St

Case Number: PD-P2501929

A burglary complaint was filed on S Walnut St. Police are continuing the investigation.

Traffic Accident Reported Near 8th

Case Number: PD-P2501931

A traffic accident was reported at 10 a.m. near 8th. No further information was disclosed.

Theft Investigation at East Main St Liquor Store

Case Number: PD-P2501934

Officers responded to a theft at the state liquor store at 1020 E Main St. Investigation is underway.

Runaway Juvenile Reported via Phone

Case Number: PD-P2501932

Police handled a call about a runaway juvenile. The report was taken over the phone, and further investigation is pending.

Simple Assault Under Investigation on Industrial Dr

Case Number: PD-P2501933

An assault was reported on Industrial Dr. Authorities are continuing to investigate.

Found Property Reported on Garden Dr

Case Number: PD-P2501935

Police investigated a non-criminal report of found property on Garden Dr.

Red Light Violation on W Main St

Case Number: PD-P2501936

A motorist was cited for a red light violation on W Main St at 11:36 a.m.

Shoplifting Report at River Trace Ln

Case Number: PD-P2501937

Police responded to a theft report, believed to be shoplifting, on River Trace Ln. The investigation is ongoing.

No Report Needed on Incident at E Main St

Case Number: PD-P2501938

An incident occurred on E Main St at noon, but no report was deemed necessary.

Warrant Served on E Main St

Case Number: PD-P2501939

A warrant was served on E Main St at 12:55 p.m.

Midday Speeding Stop on W Water St

Case Number: PD-P2501940

Authorities conducted a speeding stop near Vine St on W Water St at 1:07 p.m.

Non-Suspicious Death on E 5th St

Case Number: PD-P2501941

Police responded to a medical call involving a non-suspicious death on E 5th St. The case remains under investigation.

Summons Issued in Walmart Shoplifting Case

Case Number: PD-P2501942

Officers issued a summons following a shoplifting complaint at Walmart on River Trace Ln at 4:28 p.m.

Drug Possession and Instruments Found on N Bridge St

Case Number: PD-P2501943

Police found drugs and drug abuse instruments while responding to a domestic dispute at 1250 N Bridge St. The investigation continues.

Juvenile Complaint Leads to Criminal Mischief Report

Case Number: PD-P2501944

Police responded to a juvenile complaint at 802 Lincoln Park, resulting in a criminal mischief investigation.

Disorderly Conduct Reported at Fairway Ave Apartment

Case Number: PD-P2501945

Investigators were called to 250 Fairway Ave, Apt 108, for a disorderly conduct report late in the evening. Investigation is ongoing.

Drug Trafficking Traffic Stop at E Main St BP Station

Case Number: PD-P2501946

Police issued a citation for drug trafficking and possession following a traffic stop at the BP Gas Station on E Main St at 11:38 p.m.

Alarm Triggered at Marathon Gas Station on Pleasant Valley Rd

Case Number: PD-P2501947

Chillicothe officers assisted the Ross County Sheriff’s Office after an alarm call at Marathon Gas Station, located at 13100 Pleasant Valley Rd. Investigation is ongoing.

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