On July 22, 2025, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to a wide range of incidents across the city. Several ongoing investigations were launched throughout the day, including multiple drug-related cases, thefts, and disturbances. Officers also issued citations for traffic and license violations, handled a drug overdose, and responded to a domestic dispute and a case of domestic violence. Below are brief summaries of the individual cases reported.

Citizen Stop Leads to Warrant

Case Number: PD-P2503885

At 12:24 a.m., an officer initiated a citizen contact involving a bicycle without lights on S. Mulberry St. between 2nd St and Water St. A warrant was discovered during the encounter.

Theft Reported on Cox Avenue

Case Number: PD-P2503887

At 2:52 a.m., officers were dispatched to 680 Cox Ave. in response to a theft without consent.

Cold Case Drug Investigation Opened

Case Number: PD-P2503888

At 8:56 a.m., a detective opened a cold case investigation into a 2023 incident involving corrupting another with drugs. The investigation is ongoing.

Red Light Violation Results in Citation

Case Number: PD-P2503889

At 9:40 a.m., an individual was issued a citation following a red light traffic violation on S. Watt St.

Non-Criminal Complaint on E. 4th St

Case Number: PD-P2503890

At 10:51 a.m., officers were dispatched to 351 E. Fourth St. for a complaint. The case is under investigation and considered non-criminal.

Theft by Threat Investigated on Betty Lane

Case Number: PD-P2503891

At 11:14 a.m., police responded to 1280 Betty Ln. for a theft by threat. Investigation is pending.

Traffic Stop Uncovers Suspended License

Case Number: PD-P2503892

At 11:38 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on Ewing St. near 5th St. which resulted in findings of a license suspension and fictitious plates.

Drug Trafficking Investigation Initiated

Case Number: PD-I2503896

At 12:00 p.m., a detective launched an investigation into drug trafficking and possession of Schedule I or II drugs and weapons within Chillicothe.

Criminal Mischief Reported in Sherman Park

Case Number: PD-P2503894

At 12:27 p.m., officers were called to 1102 Sherman Park for a criminal mischief complaint. Investigation continues.

Unlicensed Driving and Speeding on W 5th St

Case Number: PD-P2503893

At 12:34 p.m., a driver was stopped on W 5th St near University for operating a vehicle without a valid license and speeding.

Drug Overdose Reported on Limestone Blvd

Case Number: PD-P2503895

At 1:16 p.m., officers responded to 51 Limestone Blvd. for a reported drug overdose. The investigation is ongoing.

Drugs and Warrant at Christopher Inn

Case Number: PD-P2503897

At 1:20 p.m., officers executed a search warrant at 30 N Plaza Blvd (Christopher Inn) resulting in charges related to trafficking and possession of Schedule I drugs, along with a warrant.

Disorderly Conduct on Maderia Ave

Case Number: PD-P2503898

At 2:47 p.m., officers were dispatched to 265 Maderia Ave for a disorderly conduct complaint. The case remains under investigation.

Suspended License and Driving Violation

Case Number: PD-P2503899

At 3:15 p.m., a traffic stop on Hickory St near Water St resulted in the discovery of a Twelve Point Suspension and unlicensed operation of a vehicle.

Juvenile Complaint Filed at LEC

Case Number: PD-P2503901

At 4:47 p.m., officers responded to the Law Enforcement Complex for a juvenile-related non-criminal complaint. Investigation ongoing.

Domestic Dispute on Schreiner Ave

Case Number: PD-P2503900

At 4:52 p.m., police were called to 73 S Brownell for a domestic dispute occurring earlier at 407 Schreiner Ave. A report was filed.

Crash Reported Following Failure to Yield

Case Number: PD-P2503902

At 5:26 p.m., officers responded to a reported crash at 19 E Main St (Crosskeys Tavern) involving a failure to yield. The investigation continues.

Drug Activity Investigated on E Main St

Case Number: PD-P2503903

At 7:48 p.m., a detective opened a case involving cocaine possession and preparation for drug trafficking in Chillicothe.

Shoplifting at Walmart on River Trace Ln

Case Number: PD-P2503904

At 8:10 p.m., officers were dispatched to 85 River Trace Ln (Walmart) for a shoplifting incident. A summons was issued.

Domestic Violence Reported on E Main St

Case Number: PD-P2503905

At 8:21 p.m., officers responded to a domestic violence incident at a residence on E Main St.

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