On March 19, 2026, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to 13 incidents throughout the city. The day’s activity included one arrest for disorderly conduct, multiple traffic stops, investigations into animal cruelty and trespassing complaints, a non-suspicious death, and a domestic violence call. Notable incidents included a rear-end traffic collision with injuries and police response to a reckless driver complaint late in the evening.
Threats Complaint Under Investigation
Case #PD-P2601010
At approximately 9:28 a.m., an officer responded to the Law Enforcement Center in reference to a threats complaint. A report was taken and the incident remains under investigation.
Intoxicated Subject Arrested on Jefferson Avenue
Case #PD-P2601011
At approximately 10:29 a.m., officers were dispatched to Jefferson Avenue in reference to a suspicious person complaint. The caller reported a subject yelling and waving his arms in the street. Officers arrested the individual for disorderly conduct and transported him to the Ross County Jail where he was held on an intoxication hold.
Trespassing Complaint on North Bridge Street
Case #PD-P2601013
At approximately 12:11 p.m., officers responded to North Bridge Street in reference to a trespassing complaint. The investigation continues.
Criminal Trespass Complaint Resolved on South Paint Street
Case #PD-P2601012
At approximately 12:19 p.m., an officer responded to South Paint Street in reference to a trespass complaint. The complaint was resolved without further police action.
Traffic Stop on Paint Street Near Main
Case #PD-P2601014
At approximately 12:30 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on Paint Street near Main Street.
Traffic Stop on Paint Street Near Water
Case #PD-P2601015
At approximately 1:02 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on Paint Street near Water Street.
Animal Cruelty Complaint Under Investigation
Case #PD-P2601016
At approximately 1:15 p.m., officers responded to West Water Street in reference to an animal complaint involving alleged cruelty through impounding or confining an animal. A report was taken and the investigation is ongoing.
Rear-End Collision on North Bridge Street
Case #PD-P2601018
At approximately 4:11 p.m., officers responded to North Bridge Street near Pawnee to a traffic collision involving two vehicles. A southbound vehicle failed to stop for stopped traffic and rear-ended a second vehicle. A passenger in the struck vehicle complained of head and neck pain but refused EMS transport. The driver of the at-fault vehicle was issued a citation for assured clear distance ahead and advised of a court date on April 6, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Non-Suspicious Death at McArthur Gardens
Case #PD-P2601020
At approximately 6:36 p.m., officers were dispatched to Apartment 203 at McArthur Gardens on Columbus Street in reference to a death. The incident was classified as non-suspicious and the investigation continues.
Dog Bite Reported on Riverside Street
Case #PD-P2601019
At approximately 6:47 p.m., an officer was dispatched to Riverside Street in reference to a dog bite complaint.
Domestic Dispute on Cherokee Road
Case #PD-P2601021
At approximately 8:35 p.m., officers were dispatched to Cherokee Road in reference to a domestic dispute.
Reckless Driver at Taco Bell on North Bridge Street
Case #PD-P2601022
At approximately 11:23 p.m., officers were dispatched to the Taco Bell located at 1040 North Bridge Street in reference to a reckless driver complaint.