On May 10, 2025, Chillicothe Police Department responded to a range of incidents throughout the city, including multiple disorderly conduct complaints, criminal trespass violations, traffic infractions, and ongoing investigations into more serious matters such as sexual imposition and juvenile issues. In total, officials recorded 18 separate incidents over a 24-hour period.

Traffic Control Device Violation

Case Number: PD-P2502438

At 12:28 a.m., an officer issued a traffic citation for failure to obey traffic control devices.

Criminal Mischief and Trespass on W 7th St

Case Number: PD-P2502439

At 2:03 a.m., officers were dispatched to 602 Lincoln Park regarding a disorderly incident. Investigation is pending.

Disorderly Conduct on Mechanic St

Case Number: PD-P2502440

At 3:04 a.m., a disorderly complaint was reported on Mechanic Street. A report was filed.

Disorderly Conduct by Intoxication on S Walnut St

Case Number: PD-P2502441

At 7:05 a.m., an officer responded to a report of an intoxicated individual causing a disturbance at Tiffin Towers, 78 S Walnut St.

Criminal Trespass in Hotel Lobby

Case Number: PD-P2502444

At 9:15 a.m., police were called to a hotel lobby on North Plaza Boulevard in response to a disorderly person. The incident was classified as criminal trespass.

Missing Juvenile on Prospect St

Case Number: PD-P2502443

At 9:17 a.m., an officer responded to a report involving an unruly child on Prospect Street. The juvenile was reported missing, and the investigation is ongoing.

Dog Bite on Safford Ave

Case Number: PD-P2502442

At 9:20 a.m., police were dispatched to 722 Safford Avenue concerning a dog bite. An investigation is underway.

Found Cell Phone

Case Number: PD-P2502445

At 10:45 a.m., officers received a report of a found cell phone. No criminal activity was involved, and the investigation continues.

Disorderly Conduct and Fighting on Maderia Ave

Case Number: PD-P2502447

At 12:04 p.m., officers responded to 214 Maderia Avenue for a welfare check. The call was logged as disorderly conduct involving fighting.

Traffic Violation on N Bridge St

Case Number: PD-P2502448

At 12:34 p.m., an individual was cited for failure to drive within marked or continuous lanes. Police responded Code 2.

Juvenile Complaint on Stacey Rd

Case Number: PD-P2502450

At 3:57 p.m., officers met with a complainant regarding a juvenile issue related to 426 Stacey Road. The matter is under investigation.

Reckless Driving on N Bridge St

Case Number: PD-P2502449

At 4:20 p.m., a traffic stop was made on N Bridge Street for reckless operation of a vehicle.

Suicidal Individual on N Watt St

Case Number: PD-P2502451

At 4:41 p.m., police responded to 46 N Watt Street in reference to a potentially suicidal person. The case was not considered criminal.

Arrest Resisted on Fleet St

Case Number: PD-P2502452

At 5:20 p.m., officers attempted to apprehend Preston Colter, who had five active warrants, near Fleet and Douglas. Colter resisted arrest and obstructed official business. The investigation is ongoing.

Disorderly Male at Homeless Shelter

Case Number: PD-P2502453

At 6:19 p.m., officers were dispatched to the homeless shelter at 804 Eastern Avenue following a report from RCSO involving a disorderly male. The incident is under investigation.

Refusal to Leave Hotel on E Main St

Case Number: PD-P2502454

At 7:45 p.m., police responded to America’s Best Value Inn regarding a female subject who refused to vacate the premises. Classified as non-criminal; investigation continues.

Criminal Trespass on N Bridge St

Case Number: PD-P2502455

At 9:57 p.m., an officer was flagged down at Valero on N Bridge Street while patrolling E 2nd Street. The situation was classified as criminal trespass in a restricted area.

Sexual Imposition on E 5th St

Case Number: PD-P2502456

At 10:58 p.m., police were dispatched to 389 E 5th Street for a reported sexual assault. An investigation is ongoing.

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