The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 22 incidents on April 3, 2026, ranging from traffic stops and warrant arrests to drug overdoses, theft reports, and a juvenile drowning. Notable incidents included two non-suspicious deaths, multiple drug-related calls, several theft investigations, and a serious water emergency involving a juvenile. The day saw a mix of traffic enforcement, property crimes, and public safety responses throughout the city.

Warrant Arrest on S Watt Street

Case #PD-P2601219

At 12:03 a.m., officers conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of S Watt Street and Jefferson Avenue. An arrest was made on an outstanding warrant.

OVI and Noise Violation on S Rose Street

Case #PD-P2601220

At 12:22 a.m., an officer on patrol on E Main Street conducted a traffic stop. A citation was issued for operating a vehicle impaired and equipment noise violations.

Criminal Trespass Call at Pilot Travel Center

Case #PD-P2601221

At 2:15 a.m., officers were dispatched to Pilot on 1111 East Main Street in response to a disorderly call. Investigation of the criminal trespass allegation continues.

Non-Suspicious Death on Caroline Drive

Case #PD-P2601222

At 8:51 a.m., officers were dispatched to Caroline Drive on a medical call. The death was determined to be non-suspicious, and the investigation continues.

Theft Report at Law Enforcement Center

Case #PD-P2601223

At 9:09 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the Law Enforcement Center in reference to a theft without consent. The investigation is ongoing.

Disorderly Dispute at Tomahawk

Case #PD-P2601224

At 9:33 a.m., an officer was dispatched to Tomahawk in regard to a disorderly dispute.

Burglary and Drug Possession on Washington Avenue

Case #PD-P2601225

At 9:58 a.m., officers were dispatched to Washington Avenue on a report of a possible burglary. Multiple charges including possession of drugs and burglary were involved. The investigation continues.

Non-Suspicious Death on Leggett Avenue

Case #PD-P2601227

At 10:05 a.m., an officer was dispatched to Leggett Avenue in regard to a female not breathing. The death was determined to be non-suspicious.

Protection Order Violation on Fleet Street

Case #PD-P2601226

At 10:35 a.m., a detective was contacted by a representative from Ross County Job and Family Services regarding a complaint of violation of a protection order or consent agreement with additional charges. The investigation continues.

Drug Overdose on Devon Road

Case #PD-P2601228

At 11:22 a.m., an officer was dispatched to Devon Road in reference to a possible overdose. The investigation continues.

Narcotics Furnished to Juveniles on Race Street

Case #PD-P2601229

At 1:51 p.m., a detective received a case alleging that juveniles were being furnished with illicit narcotics at 142 Race Street in Chillicothe.

Runaway Juvenile Located on N Bridge Street

Case #PD-P2601231

At 3:32 p.m., officers were dispatched to 10 N Bridge Street in reference to a runaway juvenile. The juvenile was located and nothing further was required.

Domestic Dispute on Eastern Avenue

Case #PD-P2601232

At 3:59 p.m., an officer responded to a domestic dispute on Eastern Avenue. A report was taken and nothing further was required.

Drug Overdose on Dayton Street

Case #PD-P2601233

At 5:11 p.m., an officer responded to Dayton Street regarding an overdose. A report was taken and nothing further was required.

Theft Report on N Brownell Street

Case #PD-P2601234

At 5:28 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 37 N Brownell Street in regard to a theft without consent. The investigation continues.

Motor Vehicle Collision on Orange Street

Case #PD-P2601235

At 5:28 p.m., officers responded to 746 Delano Avenue in reference to a motor vehicle collision that occurred on Orange Street near Safford Avenue. A citation was issued for driving in marked or continuous lines, and a crash report was completed.

Shoplifting at Rural King

Case #PD-P2601236

At 5:56 p.m., an officer was dispatched to Rural King, 1470 N Bridge Street, in reference to a theft complaint involving shoplifting. The investigation continues.

Theft Report on Cedar Street

Case #PD-P2601237

At 9:52 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 517 Cedar Street in regard to a theft without consent. The investigation continues.

Disorderly Conduct Complaint via Telephone

Case #PD-P2601238

At 10:15 p.m., an officer took a disorderly conduct complaint over the telephone. The investigation continues.

Juvenile Drowning in River at N Bridge Street

Case #PD-P2601239

At 10:41 p.m., an officer was dispatched to the area of the floodwall on the west side of Bridge Street in reference to a juvenile drowning in the river. The investigation continues.

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