The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 21 incidents on April 24, 2026, ranging from non-criminal welfare checks and found property reports to arrests for outstanding warrants, drug possession, and traffic violations. Notable incidents included the arrest of a suspect on an active warrant, two juvenile arrests related to an airsoft gun incident, a dog bite investigation, and a bank fraud complaint. The day saw a mix of public safety responses including vehicle accidents, a possible drowning call, and ongoing investigations into theft and financial crimes.
Active Fight Reported on Washington Avenue
Case #PD-P2601571
At 12:27 a.m., an officer was dispatched to 813 Washington Avenue in reference to an active fight. The incident was classified as non-criminal.
Juvenile Investigation Initiated
Case #PD-P2601572
At 6:37 a.m., a phone call was received at the Law Enforcement Center regarding a juvenile investigation. The investigation continues.
Parking Complaint on Locust Street
Case #PD-P2601573
At 7:29 a.m., officers were dispatched to Locust Street on a parking complaint. The investigation continues.
Juvenile Incident on Douglas Avenue
Case #PD-P2601574
At 8:36 a.m., officers were dispatched to Douglas Avenue in reference to a juvenile incident involving endangering children. The investigation continues.
Possible Property Damage Reported
Case #PD-P2601575
At 9:10 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the area of East 7th and South Paint Street in regard to possible property damage. The incident was classified as non-criminal.
Bad Checks Complaint Filed at Equipment Company
Case #PD-P2601576
At 9:44 a.m., an officer was contacted by Bridgeport Equipment and Tools in reference to a passing bad checks complaint. Charges include passing bad checks and theft without consent, and the investigation was initiated.
Arrest Warrant Executed on South Paint Street
Case #PD-P2601577
At 10:33 a.m., officers responded to the 100 block of South Paint Street in reference to an arrest warrant. An individual was arrested on an active warrant and transported to the Ross County Jail.
Theft Complaint at Chestnut Street
Case #PD-P2601578
At 11:24 a.m., an officer was dispatched to 246 Chestnut Street in reference to a theft complaint. The investigation continues.
Traffic Stop Yields Warrant Arrest
Case #PD-P2601579
At 11:48 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on North Sugar Street for failure to use a turn signal. The stop resulted in a warrant arrest.
Property Forfeiture Meeting at Law Enforcement Center
Case #PD-P2601580
At 1:39 p.m., Captain T. Gay met with an individual at the Law Enforcement Center regarding a property forfeiture matter.
Non-Injury Vehicle Crash on East Main Street
Case #PD-P2601581
At 2:43 p.m., while en-route to another call, an officer observed a vehicle on the wrong side of East Main Street that was involved in a non-injury vehicle crash. The driver was cited for driving in marked or continuous lines.
Fraud Complaint at Kingston National Bank
Case #PD-P2601582
At 3:26 p.m., an officer was dispatched to Kingston National Bank on Western Avenue in reference to a fraud complaint. The incident is classified as theft without consent and the investigation continues.
Dog Bite Investigation on Burbridge Street
Case #PD-P2601583
At 3:51 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 182 Burbridge Street in reference to a dog bite. The investigation continues and involves charges related to confining, restraining, or debarking dogs and dangerous dog registration.
Alley Intersection Collision Results in Traffic Citation
Case #PD-P2601584
At 4:29 p.m., two vehicles collided in the alley at the rear of 152 East Water Street when one driver failed to stop and sound the horn at the alley intersection. The at-fault driver was issued citation #57940 for failure to stop and sound at an alley intersection.
Welfare Check at McDonald’s Yields Drug Arrest
Case #PD-P2601585
At 4:28 p.m., an officer responded to a welfare check at McDonald’s on North Bridge Street. An arrest was made for possession of drugs and possessing drug abuse instruments.
Possible Drowning Call at Governor’s Place
Case #PD-P2601586
At 4:55 p.m., an officer was dispatched to Governor’s Place in reference to a possible drowning. The incident was classified as non-criminal.
Juveniles Arrested for Airsoft Gun Incident
Case #PD-P2601587
At 6:32 p.m., officers were dispatched to 153 East 5th Street in reference to a young child being shot with an Orbeez gun by other juveniles traveling on a scooter. Two juvenile arrests were made in connection with discharging firearms and offenses involving underage individuals.
Found Property Complaint at Post Office
Case #PD-P2601588
At 6:54 p.m., officers were dispatched to the Chillicothe Post Office at 40 South Walnut Street in reference to a found property complaint. The investigation continues.
Disorderly Conduct Investigation at Mary Lou Patton Park
Case #PD-P2601589
At 7:33 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 914 Toledo Street (Mary Lou Patton Park) in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint. The investigation continues.
Suspicious Person Report on Elm Street
Case #PD-P2601590
At 9:44 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 236 Elm Street in reference to a suspicious person. The incident was classified as non-criminal and the investigation continues.
Found Purse Recovered at McDonald’s
Case #PD-P2601591
At 9:49 p.m., an officer was dispatched to McDonald’s at 1136 East Main Street in reference to a found purse discovered in the bathroom. The purse, which contained identification, wallet, cards, and other personal items, was secured in the Law Enforcement Center’s found property room due to an inability to contact the owner. The timeline of when the purse was left in the restroom is unknown.