An eventful day of incidents was reported in the community, including cases of domestic violence, robbery, non-criminal disputes, and medical emergencies. Law enforcement officers were actively engaged in addressing these incidents, showcasing a variety of challenges within the region.

Suspicious Activity Reported

Case Number: SO-P2600231

On January 18, 2026, at 2:41 am, Sgt Dutcher was alerted to suspicious juveniles at the BP located on Bridge St, Chillicothe. The report is pending further investigation.

Aggravated Robbery on Pennyroyal Rd

Case Number: SO-P2600232

Sgt Champion and Deputy Sutton responded to an aggravated robbery involving a deadly weapon on Pennyroyal Rd, Clarksburg. The victim was threatened by an assailant demanding money. Investigations are ongoing.

Emergency Hospitalization for Mental Illness

Case Number: SO-P2600233

On Western Ave, Chillicothe, Deputy Nott responded to a suicide attempt incident, leading to a female’s hospitalization at Adena Regional Medical Center.

Non-Suspicious Death Investigated

Case Number: SO-P2600235

Authorities were called to Charleston Pike, Chillicothe, for an unresponsive female. The circumstances surrounding her death are under investigation, though it is considered non-suspicious.

Domestic Violence Incident

Case Number: SO-P2600236

A possible assault prompted a response on Market St, Laurelville. Law enforcement has started an investigation.

Non-Criminal Assistance with Stolen Vehicle

Case Number: SO-P2600237

Deputies, in coordination with OSP, assisted in collecting DNA samples from a stolen vehicle on Charleston Pike. The investigation is being handled by the Chillicothe Police Department.

Found Drug Complaint

Case Number: SO-P2600238

Authorities responded to a report of found drugs on Golfview Dr, Chillicothe. An investigation into the matter has commenced.

Drug Overdose and Mental Health Hold

Case Number: SO-P2600239

Deputy Nott handled a drug overdose incident on Mount Tabor Rd, Chillicothe, involving a female who was subsequently hospitalized.

Unruly Child Reported

Case Number: SO-P2600240

Deputy JoHansen was dispatched to deal with an unruly child on Pam Lane, Chillicothe.

Non-Criminal Custody Dispute

Case Number: SO-P2600242

Sgt Champion reported on a custody dispute on Vigo Rd, indicating that the court’s orders remained in place.

Disorderly Conduct by Juveniles

Case Number: SO-P2600243

Juveniles were reportedly trying to instigate a fight on Anderson Station Rd, Chillicothe, prompting a police response.

Burglary with Assault

Case Number: SO-P2600244

A reported burglary on Kingston-Adelphi Rd, Laurelville, involved a confrontation and theft. The case has been referred to authorities for further legal review.

Domestic Violence in Adelphi

Case Number: SO-P2600246

Deputies responded to a domestic violence incident at the Clorain Twp EMS building in Adelphi.

False Alarm Incident

Case Number: SO-P2600245

Police were dispatched to US-23, Chillicothe, for a false burglary alarm.

Domestic Violence on Maple St

Case Number: SO-P2600247

Officers addressed a domestic violence call involving a juvenile complaint on Maple St, Frankfort.

Criminal Trespass in Massieville

Case Number: SO-P2600248

Deputy JoHansen responded to a report of a suspicious person on Tabernacle Rd, Massieville, resulting in a criminal trespass investigation.

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