On August 7, 2025, Chillicothe Police Department officers responded to a total of 18 incidents, ranging from traffic and warrant-related stops to theft, telecommunications harassment, and child endangerment. The day’s enforcement activities included several ongoing investigations, citizen complaints, and criminal citations stemming from both routine patrols and emergency responses.
Citizen Contact Leads to Warrant and Drug Paraphernalia Findings
Case Number: PD-P2504158
At 12:20 a.m. on Columbus Street, officers stopped two cyclists for not having proper lights. The contact led to the discovery of a warrant and drug paraphernalia.
Traffic Stop for Driving Under Suspension and Equipment Violation
Case Number: PD-P2504159
A driver was pulled over at 12:34 a.m. on East 8th Street for a suspension violation and lighting issue. A traffic ticket was issued, with further investigation pending.
Expired Plates Lead to Traffic Citation
Case Number: PD-P2504160
At 5:15 a.m. on Mill Street, an officer issued a citation for expired license plate validation. The case remains under investigation.
Warrant Served at County Jail
Case Number: PD-P2504161
Officers served an active warrant at the Ross County Jail at 5:31 a.m. No further details were provided.
Traffic Signal Violation Investigated
Case Number: PD-P2504162
Police responded at 9:42 a.m. to N Bridge Street for a traffic control signal violation. Initial classification was “Code 2.”
Motorcycle Stop Reveals Missing Endorsement
Case Number: PD-P2504163
An officer stopped a motorcyclist on Mill Street near Cherry Street at 11:25 a.m. and found the operator lacked a motorcycle endorsement.
Residential Theft Reported on Akron Street
Case Number: PD-P2504164
At 12:39 p.m., Paul L. Jones reported a theft from his residence at 1020 Akron Street. The investigation is ongoing.
Driver Cited for Stop Sign Violation
Case Number: PD-P2504165
At 1:34 p.m. on Jefferson Avenue, officers responded to a moving violation involving a failure to stop at a stop sign.
Fraud Attempt Investigated at Credit Union
Case Number: PD-P2504167
At 2:13 p.m., police launched an investigation into an attempted theft/fraud at Homeland Credit Union on Caldwell Street.
Telecommunication Harassment Reported
Case Number: PD-P2504166
Jaylenn Smith filed a complaint at 2:32 p.m. alleging ongoing anonymous harassing communications. Authorities are investigating.
Distracted Driving and Seatbelt Violation Stop
Case Number: PD-P2504168
At 4:41 p.m. on E Water Street, officers stopped a vehicle for driving while texting, a seatbelt violation, and driving under suspension.
License Suspension Results in Citation
Case Number: PD-P2504169
At 4:51 p.m. on Eastern Avenue, a driver with a suspended license was cited during a traffic stop.
Suspicious Person Leads to Trespass Case
Case Number: PD-P2504170
At 6:00 p.m., officers responded to 235 N Bridge Street for a suspicious person call. A criminal trespass investigation was initiated.
Child Endangerment Reported on Monroe Avenue
Case Number: PD-P2504171
At 7:12 p.m., police began an investigation into allegations of child endangerment on Monroe Avenue due to potential risk of harm.
Police Activity Reported on N Paint Street
Case Numbers: PD-P2504172 and PD-P2504173
Two cases were logged at 9:14 and 9:15 p.m. on N Paint Street. Specific information was not included in the initial report.
OVI and Traffic Violations During Evening Stop
Case Number: PD-P2504174
At 9:32 p.m., an officer stopped a driver at E Main and Wade Street for failing to use headlights, ignoring a traffic device, and operating a vehicle impaired. The investigation is ongoing.
Evening Incident Logged on E 5th Street
Case Number: PD-P2504175
At 10:07 p.m., an incident was recorded on E 5th Street. No initial narrative was provided in the report.