The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 17 incidents on March 1, 2026, ranging from early morning hours through evening. The day included disorderly conduct complaints, traffic violations, theft investigations, criminal trespass, and warrant service. Several investigations remained ongoing at the time of this report.

Neighbor Dispute on Jefferson Avenue

Case #PD-P2600734

At 12:14 a.m., an officer was dispatched to 812 Jefferson Avenue in response to an active disorderly conduct complaint between neighbors. The investigation was ongoing.

Traffic Stop for Expired Registration

Case #PD-P2600735

At 12:45 a.m., an officer initiated a traffic stop in the area of Hickory Street and East 2nd Street for an expired vehicle registration.

Homeless Individuals in Post Office Building

Case #PD-P2600736

At 2:35 a.m., an officer conducted a walk-through of the Post Office building on Central Center in response to ongoing complaints of homeless individuals sleeping inside the premises after hours. A criminal trespass report was filed.

Traffic Stop Yields Drug Paraphernalia Charges

Case #PD-P2600737

At 4:01 a.m., officers conducted a traffic stop at South Douglas Avenue and Eastern Avenue. A citation and arrest were made for drug paraphernalia and driving with a suspended license with a prior offense, along with random verification procedures.

Disorderly Conduct Complaint on West Water Street

Case #PD-P2600738

At 7:12 a.m., an officer was dispatched to 159 West Water Street in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint. The investigation was ongoing.

Possible Theft on Columbus Street

Case #PD-P2600739

At 9:00 a.m., a report was filed for a possible theft on Columbus Street. The investigation was pending.

Criminal Trespass Complaint on Dayton Street

Case #PD-P2600740

At 11:35 a.m., an officer was dispatched to 964 Dayton Street in response to a trespass complaint. The investigation was ongoing.

Theft Incident at Walmart

Case #PD-P2600741

At 11:45 a.m., an officer was dispatched to Walmart in reference to a theft. The investigation was ongoing.

Harassment Complaint on South Paint Street

Case #PD-P2600742

At 12:38 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 232 South Paint Street in response to a harassment complaint. The investigation was ongoing.

Auto Accident at Bridge and 5th Street

Case #PD-P2600743

At 12:55 p.m., an officer was dispatched to Bridge Street and 5th Street in reference to an auto accident involving a failure to maintain assured clear distance ahead. The investigation was pending.

Larceny Report on River Trace Lane

Case #PD-P2600744

At 1:02 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 85 River Trace Lane in reference to a theft. The investigation was ongoing.

Shoplifting Incident Reported

Case #PD-P2600745

At 1:38 p.m., while handling a separate call for service at 85 River Trace Lane, an officer was advised of a theft that occurred on February 22, 2026, at 5:12 p.m. The investigation was ongoing.

Threats Complaint at McDonald’s

Case #PD-P2600747

At 3:41 p.m., officers responded to McDonald’s located at 1124 East Main Street in reference to a threats complaint involving a juvenile. A report was taken and the matter was concluded.

Warrant Service on East Water Street

Case #PD-P2600748

At 7:01 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop at East Water Street and Hirn Street. The investigation was ongoing.

Disorderly Conduct Call on South Douglas Avenue

Case #PD-P2600750

At 8:58 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 100 South Douglas Avenue in response to a 911 hang-up call. The investigation was ongoing.

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