On July 19, 2025, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to a range of incidents across the city, from routine traffic violations to theft and a missing person investigation. A total of 11 cases were reported, including multiple disorderly conduct complaints, a warrant-related stop, and shoplifting. Several cases remain under investigation.

Traffic Stop for Stop Sign Violation

Case Number: PD-P2503845

At 12:27 a.m., officers conducted a traffic stop on S Watt St. for a stop sign violation. A citation was issued.

Suspicious Person Investigated

Case Number: PD-P2503846

At 12:44 a.m., police responded to a report of a suspicious person on Eastern Ave. A report was taken and no further action is noted.

Warrant Located During Citizen Contact

Case Number: PD-P2503847

At 1:23 a.m., an officer initiated a citizen contact on E Water St. regarding bicycle lights. A warrant was discovered during the interaction.

Disorderly Conduct Behind N Sugar St. Residence

Case Number: PD-P2503848

At 9:17 a.m., officers were dispatched to an alley behind 160 N. Sugar St. to investigate a disorderly conduct complaint. The case is under investigation.

Telephone Harassment Reported on Hirn St.

Case Number: PD-P2503849

At 10:47 a.m., police responded to a complaint of telephone harassment on Hirn St., classified under disorderly conduct. Investigation is ongoing.

Minor Vehicle Accident Results in Citation

Case Number: PD-P2503850

At 2:35 p.m., officers were called to a non-injury motor vehicle crash at Dicks Sporting Goods on N Bridge St. The driver was cited for driving over marked/continuous lines.

Theft Reported on N Paint St.

Case Number: PD-P2503851

At 3:31 p.m., police responded to a theft report at 28 N. Paint St. The investigation continues.

Missing Person Reported on S Douglas Ave.

Case Number: PD-P2503852

At 4:42 p.m., officers investigated a missing and possibly endangered male at 313 S Douglas Ave. A report was taken.

Shoplifting and Trespass at Walmart

Case Number: PD-P2503853

At 6:01 p.m., officers responded to a criminal trespass and shoplifting report at Walmart on River Trace Ln. The investigation remains open.

Traffic Violation on N Bridge St.

Case Number: PD-P2503854

At 8:36 p.m., a traffic citation was issued on N Bridge St. for failure to file for annual vehicle registration and operating a vehicle without proper documentation.

Undisclosed Incident on W 6th St.

Case Number: PD-P2503855

At 8:54 p.m., officers responded to an incident on W 6th St., though no narrative details were provided.

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