The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 13 incidents on April 16, 2026, ranging from a breaking and entering with intent to commit theft to multiple vehicle crashes, abandoned vehicle complaints, and theft reports. The day’s activity included criminal matters such as trespassing, stalking threats, and shoplifting, as well as traffic violations and nuisance complaints. Several investigations remain ongoing.
Breaking and Entering at Vine Street Residence
Case #PD-P2601430
Officers were dispatched to 163 Vine Street at 2:13 a.m. in reference to a theft complaint. The incident was classified as breaking and entering with the purpose to commit theft as a felony offense.
Fighting Inside Amoco Store
Case #PD-P2601431
At 3:22 a.m., an officer was dispatched to 61 North Bridge Street (Amoco) in reference to individuals fighting inside the store. The incident was classified as criminal mischief and investigation continues.
Abandoned Vehicle Towed from East Fourth Street Alley
Case #PD-P2601432
An officer responded to the 300 block of East Fourth Street at 8:30 a.m. regarding a nuisance and abandoned vehicle complaint. The City of Chillicothe Nuisance Officer assisted, and the abandoned vehicle—found to be only the shell of a cap and frame sitting partly in the alley—was towed from the location.
Abandoned Vehicle Filled with Trash Removed from McKeller Street
Case #PD-P2601433
An officer responded to the 300 block of McKeller Street at 9:36 a.m. in reference to a nuisance and abandoned vehicle complaint. The City of Chillicothe Nuisance Officer assisted, and the abandoned vehicle—found in the rear of the property and filled with trash—was towed from the location.
Trespassing Complaint on Johnson Road
Case #PD-P2601434
An officer was dispatched to Johnson Road at 10:00 a.m. in response to a trespassing complaint.
Traffic Stop Yields Warrant Arrest on East Water Street
Case #PD-P2601435
At 12:27 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on East Water Street near Hickory Street. The incident was classified as a warrant-related stop.
Non-Injury Vehicle Crash on North High Street
Case #PD-P2601436
An officer responded to North High Street at 12:48 p.m. in reference to a vehicle crash. The incident was classified as an assured clear distance ahead (ACDA) violation and resulted in a non-injury crash.
Threats Complaint at Consumer Center
Case #PD-P2601437
An officer responded to Consumer Center at 12:54 p.m. in reference to a threats complaint. A report was taken and the incident is under investigation.
Vehicle Crash at Arch Street and North High Street
Case #PD-P2601438
An officer was dispatched to the intersection of Arch Street and North High Street at 3:10 p.m. in reference to a vehicle crash. The incident was classified as an assured clear distance ahead (ACDA) violation and investigation continues.
Juvenile Complaint at Law Enforcement Center
Case #PD-P2601439
An officer was dispatched to the lobby of the Law Enforcement Center at 3:28 p.m. in reference to a juvenile complaint. The incident was classified as a warrant-related matter.
Threats Complaint with Stalking and Telecommunications Charges
Case #PD-P2601440
An officer was dispatched to 97 Yaples Orchard Drive at 5:44 p.m. in reference to a threats complaint. The incident was classified as criminal trespass, menacing by stalking, and telecommunications-related charges, and investigation continues.
Shoplifting at Walmart
Case #PD-P2601441
An officer was dispatched to Walmart at 6:22 p.m. in reference to a theft report. The incident was classified as theft by deception involving shoplifting.
Theft at Vine Street Residence
Case #PD-P2601442
An officer was dispatched to 614 Vine Street at 6:52 p.m. regarding a theft report. The incident was classified as theft without consent and investigation continues.