The Chillicothe Police Department responded to nine incidents on February 16, 2026, ranging from domestic violence and theft to drug trafficking and telecommunications harassment. Calls began early in the morning and continued into the evening, with several investigations still ongoing at the time of this report.

Domestic Dispute at Sherman Park Residence

Case #PD-P2600553

At 9:13 a.m., officers were dispatched to 302 Sherman Park in reference to a domestic dispute. The incident was classified as assault and domestic violence. The investigation continues.

Theft from Motor Vehicle on Church Street

Case #PD-P2600554

At 9:22 a.m., an officer responded to 518 Church Street in reference to a theft complaint involving items taken from a motor vehicle. No additional details were provided in the narrative.

Traffic Crash on Western Avenue

Case #PD-P2600555

At 1:18 p.m., officers responded to Western Avenue after a driver failed to stay in marked lanes, resulting in a crash. A crash report was completed.

Juvenile Complaint at Plyleys Lane

Case #PD-P2600556

At 2:44 p.m., officers were dispatched to 371 Plyleys Lane in reference to an unruly child complaint. The investigation continues.

Criminal Trespass at Sheetz Gas Station

Case #PD-P2600558

At 3:17 p.m., officers responded to Sheetz located at 1525 N. Bridge Street after the business manager requested that an individual be barred from the premises. The incident was classified as criminal trespass.

Non-Injury Crash in Downtown Alleyway

Case #PD-P2600557

At 3:25 p.m., officers were dispatched to an alleyway between S. Paint Street and S. Mulberry Street for a non-injury motor vehicle crash. A crash report was completed and no further action was necessary.

Detective Assists with Drug Trafficking Investigation

Case #PD-P2600559

At 5:12 p.m. on February 16, a detective assisted with an investigation in reference to drug trafficking to sell or offer to sell in Ross County. Limited details were provided in the report.

Disorderly Conduct Incident at Triple Crown

Case #PD-P2600560

At 8:16 p.m., officers were dispatched to Triple Crown, located at 1 Nancy Wilson Way, in reference to a disorderly complaint involving disorderly conduct and criminal mischief. The investigation continues.

Threats Complaint on Fleet Street

Case #PD-P2600561

At 9:58 p.m., officers were dispatched to 895 Fleet Street in reference to a telecommunications harassment complaint involving threats. The investigation continues.

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