The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 13 incidents on May 17, 2026, ranging from warrant service and traffic stops to a serious felony sexual offense reported by Dayton Children’s Hospital and a shots-fired incident that resulted in one arrest. The day’s activity included multiple ongoing investigations, non-criminal calls, and several public safety concerns spanning early morning through late evening hours.

Warrant Served at Law Enforcement Complex

Case #PD-P2601948

Officers were dispatched to 28 N Paint Street at 1:11 a.m. in reference to a warrant to be served at the Law Enforcement Complex.

Unruly Juvenile Incident on North High Street

Case #PD-P2601947

Officers were dispatched to 455 N High Street at 1:14 a.m. in response to a report of an unruly juvenile.

Traffic Stop Results in Drug Paraphernalia Citations

Case #PD-P2601949

Officers conducted a traffic stop at 4:21 a.m. on East Water Street at the intersection of North Mulberry Street for illegal use or possession of drug paraphernalia and driving under suspension. A citation and summons were issued.

Disorderly Conduct Incident on Oneida Road

Case #PD-P2601950

Officers were dispatched to the area of Delano Avenue and Oneida Road at 6:04 a.m. in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint.

Possible Overdose Response at Law Enforcement Complex

Case #PD-P2601951

An officer responded to the Law Enforcement Complex at 11:35 a.m. in reference to a possible overdose.

Found iPhone Recovered and Cataloged

Case #PD-P2601952

Officers responded to the Law Enforcement Complex at 4:43 p.m. to take possession of a found iPhone cell phone, which was placed into the department’s found property inventory.

Sexual Offense Reported by Hospital Staff

Case #PD-P2601954

Officers responded to the Law Enforcement Complex at 4:50 p.m. to take a report of a sexual offense that was reported by a nurse from Dayton Children’s Hospital. The case continues under investigation.

Suspicious Male Banging on Residence Doors

Case #PD-P2601953

Officers were dispatched to 926 E. Main Street at 5:09 p.m. in regards to a suspicious male banging on a residence’s door. The investigation continues.

Found Property Report at Patrick Park

Case #PD-P2601955

Officers were dispatched to Patrick Park at 6:49 p.m. in regards to found property.

Vehicle Crash Investigation on Orange Street

Case #PD-P2601956

Officers were dispatched to 1008 Orange Street at 7:20 p.m. in reference to a vehicle crash. The investigation continues.

Shots Fired at Dayton Street Residence

Case #PD-P2601957

Units were dispatched to 962 Dayton Street at 8:29 p.m. in reference to an active disorderly that escalated into a shots-fired complaint. One suspect was taken into custody, and the investigation continues.

Disturbance at Cheap Tobacco on North Bridge Street

Case #PD-P2601958

Officers were dispatched to 1 North Bridge Street at 10:55 p.m. in reference to a disturbance involving improper parking on a sidewalk or curb. The investigation continues.

Theft Complaint on East Main Street

Case #PD-P2601959

Officers were dispatched to 1141 E. Main Street at 10:49 p.m. in reference to a theft complaint. The incident involves multiple charges including criminal trespass, theft without consent, and drug paraphernalia.

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