On May 2, 2025, Chillicothe Police Department reported a total of 14 incidents across the city. These included multiple arrests on outstanding warrants, traffic stops for various violations, a case of disorderly conduct involving public intoxication, a theft from a motor vehicle, suspicious activity involving a counterfeit bill, and charges related to resisting arrest and harassment. Authorities are continuing to investigate several of the incidents.

Resisting Arrest and Obstruction on Leggett Ave

Case Number: PD-P2502305

On May 2, 2025 at 12:52 a.m., an officer attempted to make contact with a male subject on Leggett Avenue. The individual allegedly resisted arrest and obstructed official business. A warrant was also involved. The investigation is ongoing.

Fake Currency Incident at East Main Street Business

Case Number: PD-P2502304

At 12:54 a.m. on May 2, 2025, officers responded to a business on East Main Street following a complaint of someone trying to pass a fake $10 bill. The suspect may also be involved in criminal trespass. Investigation remains open.

Subject Turns Self In at Jail for Warrant

Case Number: PD-P2502306

Early in the morning on May 2, 2025, a person voluntarily came to the jail lobby to turn themselves in on an outstanding warrant. The individual was taken into custody without incident.

Theft from Motor Vehicle on North Brownell Street

Case Number: PD-P2502308

Investigators were dispatched to North Brownell Street at 11:53 a.m. after a theft from a vehicle was reported. No arrests have been made as the investigation continues.

Traffic Stop on Yoctangee Parkway Uncovers Multiple Violations

Case Number: PD-P2502307

During a traffic stop at Yoctangee Parkway and Chestnut on May 2, 2025, police discovered the driver lacked a motorcycle endorsement, was operating with fictitious plates, and had a license plate violation.

Man With Suspected Stolen Bag Arrested on Warrant

Case Number: PD-P2502309

At 1:24 p.m., a male carrying a bag similar to one reported stolen the previous day was observed on North High Street. He was arrested on an outstanding warrant. Further investigation is ongoing.

Speeding Violation on Yaples Orchard Drive

Case Number: PD-P2502310

A traffic stop for speeding occurred on Yaples Orchard Drive near Winesap at 1:56 p.m. The driver was cited for a city speed violation.

Second Speeding Violation on Yaples Orchard Drive

Case Number: PD-P2502311

Just minutes later at 2:28 p.m., another speeding stop was conducted on the same roadway near Winesap, resulting in another citation.

Bench Warrant Served in Jail for Failure to Appear

Case Number: PD-P2502312

At 2:29 p.m., officers served Katherine Smith with a bench warrant at the jail. She had failed to report as scheduled to serve a 59-day jail sentence. She will remain in custody to serve the full duration.

Expired Registration Leads to Traffic Citation

Case Number: PD-P2502313

At 4:27 p.m., a vehicle was pulled over on East Main Street for displaying a registration sticker expired since June 2023. The driver, Autumn Chamlin, was cited and given a court date of May 16, 2025.

Driver Arrested on Suspension and Warrant

Case Number: PD-P2502314

A traffic stop on East Main Street at 5:51 p.m. resulted in the arrest of a driver for driving under suspension and an active warrant.

Harassment by Inmate Reported on East Water Street

Case Number: PD-P2502316

During a stop involving a male and female bicyclist on East Water Street at 7:57 p.m., an incident escalated, leading to charges of harassment by an inmate. The scenario remains under review.

Warrant Follow-up at Yoctangee Park Leads to Arrest

Case Number: PD-P2502315

A subject was taken into custody on an outstanding warrant on North Paint Street after police were dispatched to Yoctangee Park at around 8:04 p.m. The investigation is continuing.

Man Arrested for Disorderly Conduct on Railroad Tracks

Case Number: PD-P2502317

At 10:38 p.m., a visibly intoxicated male was found standing on railroad tracks near East 2nd Street. He initially provided false identity details before finally stating he was Colt Rooker. He was arrested for disorderly conduct and creating a risk of harm.

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