On September 20, 2025, Chillicothe police responded to a range of incidents throughout the city, including traffic violations, outstanding warrants, theft, criminal mischief, and disorderly conduct. A total of ten cases were reported, with several incidents still under investigation. Two individuals were served with warrants while already in custody. Below is a summary of each reported case.

Traffic Stop for Fictitious Plates Leads to License Violation and Warrant

Case Number: PD-P2504897

At 1:02 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on N Bridge St near Riverside St for fictitious license plates. The driver was found to be operating a motor vehicle without a valid license and also had an outstanding warrant.

Driver Cited for Suspended License and Expired Plates

Case Number: PD-P2504896

A traffic stop was initiated at 1:15 a.m. on S Douglas Ave. The driver was cited for driving under suspension related to child support and unpaid fines, as well as operating a vehicle with expired plates. The investigation is ongoing.

Theft Reported on Vincent Street

Case Number: PD-P2504898

At 5:50 a.m., police responded to 79 Vincent St following a report of theft without consent. No further details have been released.

Criminal Trespassing Reported on W. Water Street

Case Number: PD-P2504899

Officers were dispatched at 8:06 a.m. to 182 W. Water St regarding a trespassing complaint. The investigation is ongoing.

Criminal Mischief Complaint Filed on N. Bridge Street

Case Number: PD-P2504900

At 8:34 a.m., police were called to 1240 N. Bridge St for a report of criminal mischief. Authorities continue to investigate the incident.

Disorderly Conduct Reported on Back Road

Case Number: PD-P2504901

Police responded at 2:07 p.m. to a report of disorderly conduct involving fighting or threatening behavior on Back Rd.

Warrant Served at Ross County Jail for Probation Violation

Case Number: PD-P2504902

Tommy Welch was served with a Capias warrant at the Ross County Jail at 4:08 p.m. The warrant was issued for a probation violation stemming from a prior TPO violation charge. Welch will be held without bond until his 9/22/25 court appearance.

Crash Investigated Following Traffic Violation

Case Number: PD-P2504903

At 5:41 p.m., officers were dispatched to the intersection of N Bridge St and E 2nd St regarding a crash involving a failure to obey a traffic control device. The investigation remains open.

Incident on N. Bridge Street at 8:02 p.m.

Case Number: PD-P2504904

No narrative was provided for this incident, but it was reported on N. Bridge St at 8:02 p.m. on September 20, 2025.

Warrant Served at Ross County Jail

Case Number: PD-P2504905

At 8:35 p.m., officers served a warrant on a male inmate already incarcerated at the Ross County Jail. No further details were released.

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