On February 23, 2026, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to 18 incidents throughout the day and evening. The calls ranged from traffic stops and motor vehicle accidents to criminal trespass, theft, domestic violence, and warrant arrests. Notable incidents included a domestic restraint call with an arrest, a shoplifting complaint at Walmart, a semi-truck accident, and increased trespassing activity at a local residential complex.

Traffic Stop on East Main Street

Case #PD-P2600656

At 12:04 a.m., an officer initiated a traffic stop on a black Chevrolet sedan on East Main Street. The investigation is pending.

Motor Vehicle Crash at Riverside and Sugar Street

Case #PD-P2600654

At 12:25 a.m., an officer responded to the intersection of Riverside and Sugar Street in reference to a motor vehicle crash. The investigation continues.

Injury Accident on Belleview Avenue

Case #PD-P2600655

At 12:52 a.m., officers were dispatched to Belleview Avenue and Brookside Drive in reference to an injury motor vehicle accident. A citation was issued.

Traffic Stop on East Water Street

Case #PD-P2600657

At 8:05 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on Water Street near Hickory Street. The case involved a warrant.

Possible Trespass at Law Enforcement Complex

Case #PD-P2600658

At 10:18 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the Law Enforcement Complex in reference to a possible trespass. The investigation is pending.

Found Property Report on South Hickory Street

Case #PD-P2600659

At 10:46 a.m., an officer filed a found property report at South Hickory Street.

Unruly Juvenile at Plyley’s Lane Apartment

Case #PD-P2600662

At 11:51 a.m., an officer was dispatched to 371 Plyley’s Lane, Apartment 136, in reference to an unruly juvenile.

Warrant Arrest at Sherman Park

Case #PD-P2600660

At 11:56 a.m., an officer was dispatched to Sherman Park near the 1000 building in reference to a subject reported to be in a blue Jeep and having an active warrant. The investigation is pending.

Child Welfare Referral on North Bridge Street

Case #PD-P2600661

At 12:14 p.m., an officer was assigned a referral from the Ohio Department of Children and Youth. The investigation was started.

Traffic Stop for Unobstructed License Plate on North Bridge Street

Case #PD-P2600663

At 1:24 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on Bridge Street near Main Street for an unobstructed license plate.

Non-Injury Crash on South Watt Street

Case #PD-P2600664

At 1:56 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 43 South Watt Street in reference to a non-injury motor vehicle crash. The investigation continues.

Threats Complaint at Law Complex Lobby

Case #PD-P2600665

At 2:31 p.m., an officer was dispatched to the law complex lobby in reference to a threats complaint. The investigation continues.

Vandalism Complaint on South Brownell Street

Case #PD-P2600666

At 2:50 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 87 South Brownell Street in reference to a vandalism complaint. The investigation continues.

Criminal Trespass at McArthur Gardens

Case #PD-P2600667

At 4:29 p.m., while stationary at McArthur Gardens on Columbus Street, an officer observed two subjects attempting to enter locked gates and searching for unauthorized entry points to the residential complex. Contact was made with the subjects, who were identified and addressed regarding the increased trespass complaints at the facility.

Domestic Restraint Incident on Park Street

Case #PD-P2600668

At 7:44 p.m., officers were dispatched to 245 Park Street in reference to a domestic dispute after a female contacted 911. An arrest was made, and the matter was resolved.

Shoplifting at Walmart on River Trace Lane

Case #PD-P2600669

At 10:30 p.m., an officer was dispatched to Walmart at 85 River Trace Lane in reference to a theft complaint. The investigation continues.

Semi-Truck Accident on Theatre Street

Case #PD-P2600670

At 10:51 p.m., an officer was dispatched to Renick Avenue in response to a semi-truck accident. The investigation continues.

Warrant Arrest on Columbus Street

Case #PD-P2600672

At 11:45 p.m., an officer attempted contact with a male subject with an active warrant on Columbus Street. An arrest was made.

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