On August 6, 2026, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to 22 incidents ranging from criminal trespass and vandalism to drug trafficking, theft, and drug overdoses. The day included two warrant services resulting in arrests, multiple ongoing theft investigations, and several welfare checks and mental health-related calls. Notable incidents included a possible drug overdose at a residential address, a suicide attempt, and an active drug trafficking investigation opened by a detective.

Trespass Complaint at Speedway

Case #PD-P2603155

At 5:18 a.m., an officer was dispatched to 10 N Bridge Street (Speedway Main and Bridge) in reference to a trespass complaint. The investigation was ongoing at the time of the report.

Vandalism at Law Complex

Case #PD-P2603156

At 9:26 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the Law Complex in reference to a vandalism complaint. The investigation continued at the time of the report.

Traffic Stop for License Plate Violation on Walnut Street

Case #PD-P2603157

At 10:17 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on Walnut Street near Main Street for an obstructed license plate and operating a motor vehicle without proper registration or license.

Welfare Check on Children at East Seventh Street

Case #PD-P2603158

At 10:38 a.m., officers were dispatched to 554 E. Seventh Street in reference to a welfare check on children living at the residence.

Parking Complaint on East Second Street

Case #PD-P2603159

At 11:03 a.m., an officer responded to 56 E Second Street regarding a parking complaint.

Domestic Dispute at Deerpath

Case #PD-P2603160

At 11:48 a.m., officers were dispatched to Deerpath in regard to a domestic dispute.

Warrant Served on North Paint Street

Case #PD-P2603163

At 12:06 p.m., a warrant was served. The investigation continued at the time of the report.

Possible Overdose at Gilmore Street Residence

Case #PD-P2603161

At 12:40 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 916 Gilmore Street in reference to a possible overdose. The incident was classified as an unruly juvenile offense.

Theft Investigation at Walmart

Case #PD-P2603164

At 2:40 p.m., an officer was dispatched to Walmart in reference to a theft. The investigation continued at the time of the report.

Suicide Attempt at Mount Logan Drive

Case #PD-P2603165

At 3:01 p.m., officers were dispatched to 234 Mount Logan Drive in reference to a suicide attempt.

Theft Investigation at IHOP

Case #PD-P2603166

At 4:03 p.m., an officer was dispatched to IHOP in reference to a theft. The investigation continued at the time of the report.

Telecommunications Harassment Complaint on West Eighth Street

Case #PD-P2603169

At 4:14 p.m., an officer responded to 26 W. Eighth Street regarding a possible telecommunications harassment complaint. The investigation continued at the time of the report.

Parking Complaint at Central Center

Case #PD-P2603167

At 4:25 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 617 Central Center in reference to a parking complaint.

Drug Trafficking Investigation Opened

Case #PD-P2603168

At 4:44 p.m., a detective opened an investigation in reference to drug trafficking in the city of Chillicothe, Ross County, Ohio.

Theft at South Hickory Street

Case #PD-P2603171

At 5:21 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 229 S. Hickory Street in reference to a theft. The investigation continued at the time of the report.

Disorderly Conduct at Iroquois Address

Case #PD-P2603172

At 6:15 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 11 Iroquois in regards to a disorderly conduct complaint. The investigation continued at the time of the report.

Warrant Service and Arrest on East Water Street

Case #PD-P2603173

At 7:20 p.m., officers conducted a warrant service at 438 1/2 E Water Street, resulting in an arrest.

Active Trespass Observed at Family Dollar

Case #PD-P2603174

At 7:37 p.m., while stationary in the parking lot of Family Dollar at 72 N Bridge Street, an officer observed an active criminal trespass in a restricted area.

Disorderly Conduct at Sherman Park

Case #PD-P2603175

At 9:04 p.m., officers were dispatched to 202 Sherman Park in reference to a disorderly conduct complaint.

Drug Overdose at South Walnut Street

Case #PD-P2603176

At 9:56 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 78 S. Walnut Street Apartment 108 in regards to a drug overdose. The investigation continued at the time of the report.

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