The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 21 incidents on April 9, 2026, ranging from traffic violations and warrant services to burglary and theft complaints. Notable incidents included the arrest of a fugitive wanted on felony charges, a drug overdose, multiple instances of criminal trespass, and several ongoing investigations into property crimes.

Traffic Stop for Expired Plate on N Bridge Street

Case #PD-P2601311

At 1:03 a.m., officers conducted a traffic stop on N Bridge Street near Pawnee Road for an expired plate and validation sticker. A citation was issued at the scene.

Warrant Served at N Paint Street

Case #PD-P2601312

Officers were dispatched to 28 N Paint Street at 3:19 a.m. in reference to an active warrant. The warrant was successfully served.

Noise Complaint Leads to Disorderly Conduct Investigation

Case #PD-P2601315

An officer was dispatched to E. 5th Street at 6:47 a.m. in reference to a noise complaint. The disorderly conduct investigation remains ongoing.

Fugitive with Felony Warrant Arrested on N High Street

Case #PD-P2601313

At 7:19 a.m., an officer responded to the 600 block of N High Street to serve an arrest warrant. Contact was made with an individual who had an active felony arrest warrant issued by the Ross County Sheriff’s Office. The suspect was arrested and transported to the Ross County Jail.

Drug Overdose Reported on E 7th Street

Case #PD-P2601314

Officers were dispatched to E. 7th Street at 7:47 a.m. in reference to a possible overdose. The investigation is ongoing.

Non-Criminal Complaint Forwarded to Outside Agency

Case #PD-P2601317

An officer responded to the Law Enforcement Center at 8:42 a.m. in reference to a non-criminal complaint. A report was taken and forwarded to an outside agency.

Hit-Skip Vehicle Crash on Allen Avenue

Case #PD-P2601316

Officers were dispatched to Allen Avenue at 9:02 a.m. in reference to a hit-skip vehicle crash. The investigation continues.

Traffic Stop for Obstructed License Plate on E Water Street

Case #PD-P2601318

At 9:08 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on E Water Street near Hickory for an obstructed license plate and related motor vehicle violations.

Traffic Stop for Marked Lane Violation on N Bridge Street

Case #PD-P2601319

An officer initiated a Code 2 traffic stop on N Bridge Street at 10:01 a.m. for driving in marked or continuous lines.

Disorderly Conduct Investigation at W 7th Street

Case #PD-P2601320

An officer was dispatched to 133 W 7th Street at 11:12 a.m. in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint. The investigation is pending.

Theft from Motor Vehicle on N Bridge Street

Case #PD-P2601321

Officers were dispatched to N Bridge Street at 12:10 p.m. in reference to a theft from a motor vehicle. The investigation continues.

Welfare Check on W 7th Street

Case #PD-P2601322

An officer was dispatched to W 7th Street at 12:56 p.m. to conduct a welfare check. The investigation continues.

Traffic Stop for Motorcycle Violation on N Bridge Street

Case #PD-P2601323

At 1:42 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on N Bridge Street near Water for operating a motorcycle without the required endorsement and related motorcycle/snowmobile law violations.

Criminal Trespass Complaint on Columbus Street

Case #PD-P2601324

Officers were dispatched to Columbus Street at 1:38 p.m. in reference to a criminal trespass complaint. The investigation continues.

Criminal Trespass Investigation at Dayton Street

Case #PD-P2601325

An officer was dispatched to 1031 Dayton Street at 2:29 p.m. in reference to a person trespassing on the property. The investigation is pending.

Trespass Complaint Reported at Law Enforcement Center

Case #PD-P2601327

An officer was dispatched to the Law Enforcement Center at 4:20 p.m. in reference to a trespass complaint. The investigation continues.

Burglary Reported at S Brownell Street

Case #PD-P2601328

At 5:35 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 73 S. Brownell Street in reference to a burglary. The investigation is ongoing.

Theft Complaint at Zander Drive

Case #PD-P2601330

An officer was dispatched to 54 Zander Drive at 6:23 p.m. in reference to a theft complaint. The investigation continues.

Shoplifting Incident at Walmart

Case #PD-P2601329

At 6:25 p.m., an officer was dispatched to a Walmart location in reference to a theft that had just occurred. A suspect was detained at the scene, and the investigation continues.

Theft and Criminal Trespass at Walmart

Case #PD-P2601331

An officer was dispatched to Walmart at 85 River Trace Lane at 7:16 p.m. in reference to a theft complaint. The investigation continues.

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