On May 16, 2025, Chillicothe Police responded to multiple incidents across the city, ranging from traffic violations and domestic disputes to drug possession and theft. Several investigations remain ongoing following reports of disorderly conduct, shoplifting, and motor vehicle accidents. Law enforcement conducted traffic stops and responded to calls involving suspicious activity, potential scams, and mental health concerns.
Traffic Stop for Equipment Violation
Case Number: PD-P2502570
On S Watt St at 3:08 a.m., an officer initiated a traffic stop involving a violation related to license plate lighting. The investigation is ongoing.
Intoxicated Individual Destroys Own Property
Case Number: PD-P2502571
At 143 S Bowman Rd at 4:35 a.m., officers responded to a disorderly conduct incident involving an intoxicated male reportedly damaging his own home. Investigation continues.
Drug Possession and Failure to Comply
Case Number: PD-P2502572
An incident on Hartwood Rd at 5:41 a.m. led to an investigation for possession of a schedule I or II substance and failure to comply. Investigation ongoing.
Domestic Dispute Involving Unlawful Restraint
Case Number: PD-P2502574
At 8:08 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 600 block of Orange St for a domestic dispute involving unlawful restraint. Both parties were present. Investigation is ongoing.
Traffic Stop for One-Way Violation
Case Number: PD-P2502573
A one-way street violation was observed on Brownell near E 5th St at 8:30 a.m. A traffic stop was conducted.
Active Domestic Call at Sherman Park
Case Number: PD-P2502577
At 1:05 p.m., police responded to 802 Sherman Park for a domestic dispute reported as disorderly conduct with potential threats. Investigation is ongoing.
Search Warrant Executed in Ross County
Case Number: PD-P2502579
A search warrant was served at 9529 SR772 Lot 5 in Ross County at 2:52 p.m. Details of the investigation remain undisclosed.
Shoplifting at Walmart
Case Number: PD-P2502580
Police responded to a reported theft at Walmart, located at 85 River Trace Ln, at 3:00 p.m. Investigation continues.
Failure to Yield Causes Crash
Case Number: PD-P2502581
At 3:52 p.m., officers responded to a vehicle crash on St Andrews Blvd involving a failure to yield while turning left. A crash report has been filed.
Criminal Trespass on N Paint St
Case Number: PD-P2502582
At 4:58 p.m., a suspicious person was reported behind a property at 33 N Paint St. Police responded and an investigation is ongoing.
Suicidal Threats Reported
Case Number: PD-P2502583
Police responded to 245 Park St at 5:15 p.m. for a report involving suicidal threats. Investigation continues.
Scam Reported at Restaurant
Case Number: PD-P2502584
A theft was reported at the Tumbleweed Restaurant, 1150 N Bridge St, involving a scam resulting in a financial loss. A report was taken.
Theft at Dollar General
Case Number: PD-P2502587
At 8:10 p.m., officers were dispatched to the Dollar General at 609 Central Ctr regarding a reported theft. The incident remains under investigation.
Domestic Incident on Columbus Street
Case Number: PD-P2502586
At 8:24 p.m., police were called to 912 Columbus St for an active domestic situation. Investigation is continuing.
Crash at E 8th and S Paint St
Case Number: PD-P2502588
Officers responded to a two-vehicle crash involving a left-turn violation at the intersection of E 8th St and S Paint St at 10:07 p.m. Injuries were reported and a citation issued.
Potential Theft at Auto Dealership
Case Number: PD-P2502590
At 11:40 p.m., officers were dispatched to Herrnstein Auto Group at 133 Marietta Rd in response to a possible vehicle theft. Investigation is ongoing.
Traffic Stop for Expired Plates
Case Number: PD-P2502589
At 11:40 p.m., a traffic stop conducted on S Bridge St revealed issues with expired registration and driving without proper authorization. Investigation continues.