On August 26, 2025, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to a series of incidents throughout the city, including traffic violations, theft, drug-related activity, and a missing persons report. Below is a summary of each reported case.

Traffic Citation on S Bridge Street

Case Number: PD-P2504488

At 12:24 a.m., an officer working patrol on N. Bridge Street conducted a traffic stop for failure to obey traffic control devices. A citation was issued.

Stop Sign Violation on E Main Street

Case Number: PD-P2504489

At 2:16 a.m., a motorist was stopped by police near Ewing Street and E Main Street for failing to stop at a stop sign.

Weapons Violation on Chestnut Street

Case Number: PD-P2504490

At 4:51 a.m., an officer observed a white van make an improper stop at Vine and Chestnut Streets. The driver was subsequently investigated for illegally handling weapons while under disability.

Theft and Trespassing on N Bridge Street

Case Number: PD-P2504491

At 8:10 a.m., police were dispatched to 228 N. Bridge Street for a theft complaint. The investigation also involved open container and criminal trespass violations. The case remains under investigation.

Forgery Investigation on E Water Street

Case Number: PD-P2504492

At 10:03 a.m., police began an investigation into a forged check that was mailed from 40 S. Walnut Street. The case is ongoing.

Crash Report on Western Avenue

Case Number: PD-P2504493

At 12:36 p.m., officers responded to a vehicle crash resulting from failure to control and weaving. A crash report was filed.

Drug Possession and Overdose on N Bridge Street

Case Number: PD-P2504494

At 1:16 p.m., police responded to the Par Mar Store at 61 N Bridge Street for an unresponsive male. The investigation involves drug possession, trespassing, and a suspected overdose. The case remains active.

Juvenile Drug Paraphernalia Case on Yoctangee Parkway

Case Number: PD-P2504495

At 1:53 p.m., officers opened a juvenile investigation on Yoctangee Parkway involving drug paraphernalia and the unlawful conveyance or possession of items.

Runaway Juveniles on E 5th Street

Case Number: PD-P2504496

At 7:28 p.m., police were called to 618 E 5th Street regarding two runaway juvenile brothers. Both were entered into the NCIC database as missing.

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