The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 18 incidents on April 21, 2026, ranging from theft and traffic violations to domestic disputes and warrant service. The day’s activity included two motor vehicle crashes, multiple speeding enforcement actions, and several investigations into theft, harassment, and disorderly conduct that remain ongoing.
Theft Reported on W 7th Street
Case #PD-P2601510
At 12:51 a.m., officers responded to a theft without consent on W 7th Street. The victim decided not to pursue charges, and the matter was closed.
Motor Vehicle Crash at Western Avenue and Pyleys Lane
Case #PD-P2601511
At 5:01 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the intersection of Western Avenue and Pyleys Lane in reference to a motor vehicle crash involving a red light violation. The investigation continues.
Cell Phone Theft at Mary Lou Patton Park
Case #PD-P2601512
At 7:02 a.m., an officer was dispatched to Mary Lou Patton Park in reference to a theft of a cell phone. The investigation is pending.
Disorderly Conduct and Criminal Trespass on N Bridge Street
Case #PD-P2601513
At 7:59 a.m., an officer was dispatched to N Bridge Street in reference to criminal trespass on the land premises of another, classified as a disorderly incident. The investigation continues.
Credit Card Misuse Complaint at Law Enforcement Center
Case #PD-P2601514
At 11:31 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the Law Enforcement Center lobby in regard to a theft complaint involving misuse of a credit card. Details on the outcome were not provided in the report.
Telecommunications Harassment Complaint on Belleview Avenue
Case #PD-P2601515
At 2:03 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 563 Belleview Avenue in reference to a complaint of telecommunications harassment. The investigation continues.
Probation Violation Warrant Served
Case #PD-P2601516
At 4:13 p.m., an officer served a Capias warrant for probation violation at the Ross County Jail. The subject was held in lieu of bond and is scheduled to appear in court on April 22, 2026.
Speeding Enforcement on E 8th Street
Case #PD-P2601517
At 4:18 p.m., an officer conducting stationary speed enforcement with LIDAR equipment on S Paint Street and 8th Street observed a gray truck traveling northbound at 46–47 mph in a 35 mph zone. A citation for speeding was issued, and the driver was released. The LIDAR device tested normal prior to the enforcement action.
Speeding and Expired Registration on S Bridge Street
Case #PD-P2601518
At 4:43 p.m., an officer conducting stationary speed enforcement observed a gray Subaru SUV traveling northbound at 47 mph in a 35 mph zone. A citation for speeding and another for expired registration under city ordinance were issued, and the driver was released.
Motorcycle Operator Cited for Traffic Violations
Case #PD-P2601519
At 5:27 p.m., an officer observed an orange motorcycle operator not wearing proper eye protection and initiated a traffic stop. The motorcycle had no license plate displayed. The operator was identified and found to be under a non-compliance driving suspension through Chillicothe Municipal Court, a finding verified through LEADS.
Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk on N Bridge Street
Case #PD-P2601520
At 5:17 p.m., an officer on patrol near the Executive Inn observed a male pedestrian cross Bridge Street in front of multiple vehicles outside of a marked crosswalk, causing traffic to slow significantly. The pedestrian was issued citation #58104 for crossing the roadway outside of a crosswalk with a court date of May 1, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
Possible Stolen Vehicle Investigation at AMACO
Case #PD-P2601522
At 5:39 p.m., an officer was dispatched to AMACO at 61 N. Bridge Street in reference to a possible stolen vehicle. The investigation continues.
Expired Registration Citation on Redd Street
Case #PD-P2601521
At 5:49 p.m., an officer initiated a traffic stop and issued a citation for expired plate/validation sticker. The investigation continues.
Disorderly Conduct Domestic Dispute on Columbia Avenue
Case #PD-P2601523
At 6:05 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 233 Columbia Avenue in reference to a domestic dispute involving disorderly conduct. The investigation continues.
License Plate Obstruction Citation at Sunoco
Case #PD-P2601524
At 6:42 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop at 2121 Western Avenue at Sunoco and issued a citation for an obstructed license plate. The driver was released.
Unruly Child Incident on Caldwell Street
Case #PD-P2601526
At 8:15 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 282 Caldwell Street in regard to a domestic incident involving an unruly child. The investigation continues.
Domestic Violence Report on W 5th Street
Case #PD-P2601527
At 10:08 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 555 W 5th Street in regard to a domestic violence report. The investigation continues.