On May 24, 2025, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to a series of incidents including theft, drug possession, warrant enforcement, and various traffic and criminal offenses. Several theft-related cases occurred at commercial locations along North Bridge Street and River Trace Lane, including Walmart, Rural King, and Kohl’s. There were also arrests and citations issued in connection to trespassing, driving violations, and parking infractions.

Drug Possession Reported on Yoctangee Parkway

Case Number: PD-P2502733

An officer was dispatched to 346 1/2 Yoctangee Parkway at 12:54 a.m. on May 24, 2025, in reference to a non-criminal call. Upon investigation, the case involved possession of a Schedule III, IV, or V substance.

Theft Reported at Rural King

Case Number: PD-P2502734

Police responded to a call at Rural King on North Bridge Street at 6:37 a.m. on May 24, 2025, regarding a theft. The investigation remains ongoing.

Traffic Crash on Western Avenue

Case Number: PD-P2502735

At 10:20 a.m., officers responded to Western Avenue for a traffic incident involving a vehicle driving over marked or continuous lines.

Prohibited Parking Citation Issued on East Water Street

Case Number: PD-P2502736

An illegally parked vehicle on East Water Street near North Paint Street was cited following a complaint received at 11:12 a.m. on May 24, 2025.

Shoplifting in Progress at North Bridge Street Retailer

Case Number: PD-P2502737

Officers were dispatched to 1470 North Bridge Street at 11:41 a.m. in response to a shoplifting incident in progress.

Theft Reported at River Trace Lane Walmart

Case Number: PD-P2502738

A theft was reported at Walmart on North Bridge Street at 1:38 p.m. The investigation is ongoing.

Driver Cited for No Valid License on Washington Avenue

Case Number: PD-P2502739

A traffic stop conducted at 4:21 p.m. on Washington Avenue resulted in a citation for driving without a valid license.

Warrant and License Suspension Stop on North Bridge Street

Case Number: PD-P2502740

At 7:35 p.m., officers on patrol stopped a gray Chevy Malibu on North Bridge Street and discovered the driver had a warrant and was driving under suspension.

Shoplifting with Deception at Kohl’s

Case Number: PD-P2502741

Police responded to a report of shoplifting involving deception at Kohl’s on River Trace Lane at 8:46 p.m. The case is under investigation.

Arrest Made for Criminal Trespass at Speedway

Case Number: PD-P2502742

At 9:52 p.m., officers arrested an individual for criminal trespass at the Speedway located at 10 North Bridge Street.

Unruly Juvenile Complaint on Toledo Street

Case Number: PD-P2502743

Police responded to a juvenile complaint at 937 Toledo Street at 9:55 p.m. The investigation continues.

Assault Reported on Shawnee Lane

Case Number: PD-P2502744

Officers were dispatched at 10:05 p.m. in response to a fight on Shawnee Lane. The assault case is ongoing.

Criminal Trespass and Theft at Walmart’s Woodforest Bank

Case Number: PD-P2502745

At 10:21 p.m., police responded to a trespassing report at 85 River Trace Lane involving Walmart and Woodforest National Bank. The suspect is under investigation for criminal trespass, theft by deception, and an outstanding warrant.

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