The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 16 incidents on November 12, 2026, ranging from theft and breaking and entering complaints to disorderly conduct, traffic crashes, and a reported disturbance involving possible gunshots. Notable calls included a breaking and entering investigation on East Water Street, a hit-skip crash investigation on Enterprise Place, a panic alarm at a North Bridge Street marijuana dispensary, and a report of consecutive gunshots near North Bridge and East Main streets that turned out to be a backfiring vehicle.

Animal Complaint on Elm Street

Case #PD-P2604692

On November 12 at approximately 4:50 a.m., an officer was dispatched to 218 Elm St. in Chillicothe in reference to an animal complaint involving barking and howling dogs. Investigation continues.

Unruly Juvenile Reported on North High Street

Case #PD-P2604693

On November 12 at 7:58 a.m., officers were dispatched to 401 High St. in reference to an unruly juvenile.

Theft Investigation at Law Enforcement Complex

Case #PD-P2604694

On November 12 at 10:06 a.m., an officer was dispatched to 28 N. Paint St., the Law Enforcement Complex, in reference to a theft involving misuse of a credit card.

Barring Complaint at Transit Station

Case #PD-P2604695

On November 12 at 10:55 a.m., officers were dispatched to 575 E. 7th St., the Chillicothe Transit facility, in reference to a barring complaint.

Parking Lot Crash on North Bridge Street

Case #PD-P2604697

On November 12 at 11:59 a.m., an officer responded to the 1400 block of N. Bridge St. for a possible injury crash in a private parking lot. The crash was determined not to involve injuries, and a PA crash report was completed.

Traffic Crash on North Bridge Street

Case #PD-P2604698

On November 12 at 12:24 p.m., officers were dispatched to 1570 N. Bridge St. for a motor vehicle accident involving a failure to yield while making a left turn.

Breaking and Entering on East Water Street

Case #PD-P2604699

On November 12 at 12:44 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 453 E. Water St. in reference to a breaking and entering complaint.

Hit-Skip Crash Investigation Continues on Enterprise Place

Case #PD-P2604700

On November 12 at 1:05 p.m., officers followed up on a hit-skip crash on Enterprise Pl. dating back to September 28, 2026. The investigation continues.

Trespass Complaint at South Main Street Coffee Shop

Case #PD-P2604702

On November 12 at 2:32 p.m., an officer was dispatched to Paper City Coffee at 47 S. Main St. in reference to a trespass complaint involving disorderly conduct. Investigation continues.

Disorderly Conduct Between Two Males on Water Street

Case #PD-P2604701

On November 12 at 2:39 p.m., an officer was dispatched to the area of Water and Park streets in reference to a disorderly complaint between two males.

Officer Assists Children’s Services on Piatt Avenue

Case #PD-P2604703

On November 12 at 2:57 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 341 Piatt Ave. to assist CPS. Investigation continues.

Theft Complaint on East 2nd Street

Case #PD-P2604704

On November 12 at 5:15 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 704 E. 2nd St. in reference to a theft complaint. Investigation continues.

Threats Complaint Reported at Kohl’s

Case #PD-P2604706

On November 12 at 6:32 p.m., an officer was dispatched to Kohl’s in reference to a threats complaint involving disorderly conduct. Investigation continues.

Possible Gunshots Reported Near North Bridge and East Main

Case #PD-P2604705

On November 12 at 6:42 p.m., officers in the area of Old Eastern Ave. reported hearing what sounded like consecutive gunshots near N. Bridge St. and E. Main St. Patrol units tracked the sounds moving north toward the shopping area but were unable to pinpoint a source. Assisting agencies located a group of subjects at Harbor Freight who stated the sound was a vehicle backfiring.

Panic Alarm at North Bridge Street Dispensary

Case #PD-P2604708

On November 12 at 7:37 p.m., an officer was dispatched to Sunnyside Marijuana Dispensary at 1641 N. Bridge St. in reference to a panic alarm involving an intoxicated individual. Investigation continues.

Disorderly Complaint at North Bridge Street Tobacco Shop

Case #PD-P2604707

On November 12 at 9:34 p.m., an officer was dispatched to Tobacco Discounters at 60 N. Bridge St. in reference to a disorderly complaint involving fighting or threatening behavior. Investigation continues.

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