On March 9, 2026, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to 18 incidents ranging from traffic violations and warrant arrests to theft complaints, domestic violence, and disorderly conduct. The day began with early morning traffic stops for distracted driving and concluded with warrant service and the arrest of an individual with an active theft warrant. Notable incidents included multiple traffic enforcement actions, theft investigations, warrant arrests, and responses to welfare checks and disturbances.
Warrant Arrest in Alley on South Brownell Street
Case #PD-P2600854
At 12:49 a.m., an officer initiated contact with an individual in the alley at the intersection of East 4th Street and South Brownell Street regarding an active warrant.
Distracted Driving Stop on East 2nd Street
Case #PD-P2600855
At 8:20 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop near Mulberry Street on East 2nd Street for a driver observed texting while operating a vehicle.
Traffic Control Violation and Crash on North Bridge Street
Case #PD-P2600856
At 8:33 a.m., an officer responded to North Bridge Street to document a crash report involving a violation of traffic control devices.
Distracted Driving Stop on East Water Street
Case #PD-P2600857
At 9:20 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop near Bridge Street on East Water Street for a driver observed texting while driving.
Unruly Juvenile Report at Law Enforcement Center
Case #PD-P2600858
At 11:51 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the Law Enforcement Center in reference to a report involving an unruly juvenile.
Traffic Stop for Improper Vehicle Operation on Allen Avenue
Case #PD-P2600859
At 12:09 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on Allen Avenue for a driver exhibiting failure to control the vehicle and weaving across the roadway.
Traffic Stop for Slow Speed Violation on North High Street
Case #PD-P2600860
At 1:25 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop near Chestnut Street on North High Street for a vehicle operating at an unusually slow speed.
Theft Investigation on North Poplar Street
Case #PD-P2600861
At 2:03 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 18 North Poplar Street in reference to a theft complaint. The investigation continues.
Forgery, Theft, and Receiving Stolen Property Investigation on South Walnut Street
Case #PD-P2600862
At 2:35 p.m., a detective took a report on South Walnut Street in reference to multiple charges including forgery, theft without consent, and receiving stolen property.
Shoplifting Investigation at River Trace Lane
Case #PD-P2600863
At 2:40 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 85 River Trace Lane in reference to a theft by shoplifting. The investigation continues.
Disorderly Conduct Complaint at Lincoln Park
Case #PD-P2600864
At 3:49 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 206 Lincoln Park in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint. The investigation continues.
Domestic Violence Welfare Check on East 2nd Street
Case #PD-P2600865
At 3:57 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 519 East 2nd Street in reference to a welfare check with domestic violence indicators. The investigation continues.
Traffic Stop for Improper Plates and Suspended License on South McArthur Street
Case #PD-P2600866
At 5:14 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop in the area of Eastern Avenue and McArthur Street for failure to display proper license plates and driving with a suspended license.
Juvenile Arrest on Active Aggravated Menacing Warrant
Case #PD-P2600867
At 5:16 p.m., a juvenile was brought to the Law Enforcement Center and placed under arrest on an active warrant for aggravated menacing (2025DEL0189). The individual was transported to the Juvenile Detention Center and advised of a court date at 9:00 a.m.
Disorderly Conduct Investigation Involving Property Damage on Chestnut Street
Case #PD-P2600868
At 6:16 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 225 Chestnut Street in reference to an intoxicated male who broke out a window. The investigation continues.
Warrant Service at Ross County Jail
Case #PD-P2600869
At 6:57 p.m., an officer was dispatched to the Ross County Jail to serve a warrant. The investigation continues.
Aggravated Menacing Complaint Involving Juvenile on South Paint Street
Case #PD-P2600870
At 7:42 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 232 South Paint Street in reference to a juvenile complaint for aggravated menacing. The investigation continues.
Warrant Arrest for Failure to Appear on Theft Charge
Case #PD-P2600871
At 8:25 p.m., an individual turned herself in at the Law Enforcement Center on an active failure-to-appear warrant for theft (Case #CRB2502315). The individual was booked into the Ross County Jail and held without bond pending a court appearance on March 10, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.