The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 18 incidents on March 8, 2026, ranging from drug possession and disorderly conduct to vehicle crashes and vandalism. The day saw activity spread across the city from early morning through late evening, with multiple cases involving warrants, property crimes, and behavioral complaints still under investigation.

Male with Active Warrant Arrested on East Main Street

Case #PD-P2600837

At 12:31 a.m., an officer made contact with a male individual who had active warrants for his arrest on East Main Street. The suspect was charged with possession of a schedule I or II substance. The investigation is pending.

Theft and Vandalism at South Walnut Street

Case #PD-P2600836

At 12:47 a.m., an officer was dispatched to 40 S. Walnut Street in reference to a reported theft. The case involves charges of theft without consent and criminal damaging/endangering. The investigation remains ongoing.

Disorderly Male with Altered Mental Status at CrossKeys Tavern

Case #PD-P2600838

At 1:42 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the CrossKeys Tavern on East Main Street regarding a male with an altered mental status. The individual was charged with possession of a schedule I or II substance and disorderly conduct. The investigation continues.

Traffic Stop for Improper Plates and Suspended License

Case #PD-P2600839

At 3:30 a.m., officers initiated a traffic stop in the area of Renick Avenue and East Main Street. The driver was cited for failure to display proper plates and driving with a suspended license. No further details were provided.

Trespassing and Obstruction at McArthur Gardens

Case #PD-P2600840

At 6:03 a.m., an officer was dispatched to 1049 Columbus Street at McArthur Gardens in reference to a criminal trespass complaint. The suspect was also charged with obstructing official business and had an active warrant. The investigation continues.

Vandalism at Post Office on Walnut Street

Case #PD-P2600841

At 9:01 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the post office on South Walnut Street in reference to vandalism. The case is classified as criminal mischief, and the investigation continues.

Possible Domestic Violence on West Main Street

Case #PD-P2600842

At 11:20 a.m., an officer was dispatched to 123 West Main Street in reference to a possible domestic violence complaint. The case is classified as disorderly conduct, and the investigation is pending.

Medical Complaint and Disorderly Conduct on East Fifth Street

Case #PD-P2600843

At 11:38 a.m., an officer was dispatched to 139 E. Fifth Street in reference to a medical complaint. The case is classified as disorderly conduct, and the investigation continues.

Welfare Check Request on Old Eastern Avenue

Case #PD-P2600844

At 12:06 p.m., a sergeant was contacted by phone requesting a welfare check on an adult male on Old Eastern Avenue. A report was taken for the incident.

Hit-and-Run at CJ Electric

Case #PD-P2600845

At 1:08 p.m., an officer was dispatched to CJ Electric on West Main Street in reference to a hit-and-run incident. The investigation is pending.

Disorderly Conduct on Laurel Street

Case #PD-P2600846

At 12:55 p.m., an officer was dispatched to Laurel Street in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint. The investigation continues.

Vehicle Trespass and Aggravated Offense on Ewing Street

Case #PD-P2600847

At 2:23 p.m., an officer was dispatched to the area of 84 Ewing Street in reference to a complaint involving vehicle trespass and obstruction of official business with aggravated circumstances. The investigation continues.

Escalating Verbal Altercation at Tobacco Discounters

Case #PD-P2600848

At 4:26 p.m., an officer observed a verbal altercation that was beginning to escalate at 60 N. Bridge Street at Tobacco Discounters. The case is classified as disorderly conduct, and the investigation continues.

Threats Complaint on Mechanic Street

Case #PD-P2600849

At 5:07 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 301 Mechanic Street in reference to a threats complaint. The case is classified as disorderly conduct, and the investigation continues.

Vandalism Complaint on West Fourth Street

Case #PD-P2600850

At 7:30 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 95 W. Fourth Street in reference to a vandalism complaint. The case is classified as criminal mischief, and the investigation continues.

Prisoner Exchange with Logan Police Department

Case #PD-P2600851

At 7:57 p.m., an officer was dispatched to North Paint Street to meet with Logan Police Department for a prisoner exchange. The case involves a warrant.

Vehicle Crash on North Bridge Street

Case #PD-P2600852

At 8:13 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 1075 N. Bridge Street in reference to a crash. The investigation is pending.

Disorderly Incident on Old Eastern Avenue

Case #PD-P2600853

At 9:01 p.m., an officer responded to 269 Old Eastern Avenue in reference to a disorderly incident. The case is classified as non-criminal, and the investigation continues.

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