The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 14 incidents on May 15, 2026, ranging from traffic violations and theft complaints to a missing juvenile and a disorderly conduct investigation. Notable calls included an OVI crash investigation, a probation violation, and offenses involving underage persons. Most cases were resolved or remain under investigation.

License Plate Display Violation on East Main Street

Case #PD-P2601928

At 3:33 a.m., an officer issued a traffic citation for improper display of license plates and validation stickers or temporary plates on East Main Street.

Theft from Floodwall Near BP North High Street

Case #PD-P2601929

At 9:06 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the area of BP North High Street in reference to a theft complaint from the floodwall reported by a male caller.

OVI Crash Investigation on South Watt Street

Case #PD-P2601930

At 9:27 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the area of South Watt Street and Adams Avenue in reference to a vehicle crash. An investigation for operating a vehicle while impaired was initiated and continues.

Theft Complaint on Delano Avenue

Case #PD-P2601931

At 12:00 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 754 Delano Avenue in reference to a theft complaint.

Right of Way Violation on North Bridge Street

Case #PD-P2601932

At 12:29 p.m., an officer responded to a right of way violation when turning left on North Bridge Street. The matter was resolved.

Traffic Stop on Yoctangee Parkway

Case #PD-P2601933

At 12:41 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on Yoctangee Parkway near Arch Street for failure to obey traffic control devices.

Runaway Juvenile on Cleveland Street

Case #PD-P2601935

At 2:35 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 897 Cleveland Avenue in reference to a runaway juvenile. The investigation continues.

Private Property Crash on North Bridge Street

Case #PD-P2601936

At 2:47 p.m., officers responded to a crash on private property on North Bridge Street. A private property crash form was completed.

Dog at Large on Lake Drive

Case #PD-P2601937

At 4:36 p.m., officers responded to 45 Lake Drive in reference to a dog running at large. The dog was returned to its owner and a summons was issued.

No Contact Order Violation on Steele Street

Case #PD-P2601938

At 5:26 p.m., officers responded to 106 Steele Street in reference to a probation violation involving a no contact order. A report was taken and the matter was resolved.

Suspicious Person at Poland Park

Case #PD-P2601939

At 5:52 p.m., an officer was dispatched to Poland Park in reference to a suspicious person. The incident involved offenses including underage persons and an open container of liquor.

Disorderly Conduct at Metzger Avenue and Ringwald Street

Case #PD-P2601940

At 9:29 p.m., an officer was dispatched to the intersection of Metzger Avenue and Ringwald Street in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint. The investigation continues.

Red Light Violation at Bridge and Water Streets

Case #PD-P2601941

At 9:59 p.m., an officer on patrol observed a gray SUV traveling eastbound on Water Street at an accelerated pace attempt to catch a traffic light prior to it turning red. As the vehicle approached the intersection, the light changed from yellow to red while a green left turn arrow from Bridge Street to Water Street was displayed. The officer activated overhead lights and initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle bearing Ohio registration plates.

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