On September 19, 2025, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to a total of 17 reported incidents ranging from drug-related arrests and warrant apprehensions to traffic accidents, property disputes, and a serious sexual offense involving a minor. Below is a summary of each incident as documented in the department’s media log.
Evidence Tampering and Drug Possession Arrest
Case Number: PD-P2504879
A traffic stop was conducted on Liberty Street, where an individual was arrested for tampering with evidence, possession of drugs, and illegal use. No further information was released.
Subject Arrested on Active Warrant
Case Number: PD-P2504880
Officers took custody of a subject with an outstanding warrant at the Jackson/Ross County line. The warrant was issued by Chillicothe Police Department.
Hit-Skip Accident Under Investigation
Case Number: PD-P2504881
Officers responded to the Law Enforcement Complex (LEC) on a report of a property-damage hit-skip accident. Investigation is ongoing.
Found Property Investigation Initiated
Case Number: PD-P2504882
Police were dispatched to S. Walnut Street regarding found property. The investigation is active.
Trespassing Report Considered Non-Criminal
Case Number: PD-P2504883
An officer responded to 85 N. Paint Street for a trespassing situation. The matter is being treated as non-criminal and remains under investigation.
Hit-Skip Crash on Church Street
Case Number: PD-P2504885
Officers were dispatched to 154 Church Street due to a hit-skip accident. Investigation remains in progress.
Disorderly Conduct Report From Earlier Incident
Case Number: PD-P2504887
Police investigated a disorderly conduct complaint reported at 675 N. High Street. The incident took place on September 17 and is still being reviewed.
Suspicious Person Report on W. Water Street
Case Number: PD-P2504889
An investigation is underway after officers responded to a suspicious person call on W. Water Street.
Domestic Dispute Classified as Disorderly Conduct
Case Number: PD-P2504888
Police were called to 94 W. Main Street for a domestic dispute. The situation was categorized as disorderly conduct.
Sexual Offense Involving Minor Under Investigation
Case Number: PD-P2504886
Authorities opened an investigation into a gross sexual imposition involving a child under 13. The incident occurred near 295 Knoles Avenue and was referred from Franklin County Children Services.
911 Hang-Up Call with Disturbance
Case Number: PD-P2504890
Officers responded to Old Eastern Avenue and E. 7th Street following a 911 hang-up where yelling was heard in the background. Investigation continues.
Drug Trafficking Investigation Launched
Case Number: PD-P2504891
A detective opened an investigation related to suspected drug trafficking activities on N. Paint Street.
Hit-Skip Reported on East Main Street
Case Number: PD-P2504892
Police were called to 1050 E. Main Street for a vehicular crash where the driver fled the scene. Investigation remains ongoing.
Drug Possession Reported at County Service Center
Case Number: PD-P2504893
Police investigated a drug possession incident at the Ross County Service Center, where they were called concerning drug disposal procedures.
Vehicle Crashes into Residence on S. Sugar Street
Case Number: PD-P2504894
An active investigation follows a vehicle crashing into a home at 86 S. Sugar Street.
Juvenile Complaint Deemed Non-Criminal
Case Number: PD-P2504895
Officers responded to 384 E. 2nd Street in connection to a juvenile-related complaint. The matter is being handled as non-criminal.
Unspecified Call on N Bridge Street
Case Number: PD-P2504884
Although the narrative is unavailable, a call was reported at N. Bridge Street. No details were provided.