On September 4, 2025, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to a variety of calls across the city. Officers addressed incidents ranging from traffic violations and accidents to more serious concerns involving juvenile offenses, assault, and warrants. Multiple investigations are ongoing, with officers actively pursuing leads in cases involving theft, public intoxication, and unruly behavior. Below is a summary of each reported case.
Failure to Comply with Police Order
Case Number: PD-P2504626
At 12:10 a.m. on Washington Avenue, a driver failed to comply with a police order and attempted to elude law enforcement during a traffic stop. A report was taken. No further details were released.
Assault Investigation
Case Number: PD-P2504629
At 10:19 a.m. on Arch Street, officers received a complaint of assault. The case remains under investigation.
Unruly Juvenile Reported
Case Number: PD-P2504627
Police were dispatched at 10:22 a.m. to 1028 Dayton Street regarding an unruly juvenile. The investigation is ongoing.
Crash at Intersection
Case Number: PD-P2504628
At 10:31 a.m. on West Main Street, police began a crash investigation involving a vehicle incident related to turning at an intersection.
Traffic Accident – Assured Clear Distance Ahead Violation
Case Number: PD-P2504630
An accident resulting from failure to maintain assured clear distance occurred at 12:35 p.m. on Western Avenue. Officers responded Code 2.
Accident Report Issued
Case Number: PD-P2504631
A separate traffic accident was reported at 12:53 p.m. on North High Street. A report was filed.
Assistance Provided to Child Protective Services
Case Number: PD-P2504633
At 4:12 p.m., officers responded to 50 Carlisle Place to assist Child Protective Services. The case is under active investigation.
Theft at Gas Station
Case Number: PD-P2504634
At 5:37 p.m., police responded to the BP gas station at 1141 E. Main Street after a report of gas theft. The investigation is ongoing.
Warrant Served for Attempted Aggravated Murder
Case Number: PD-P2504635
At 6:14 p.m., Pasey James was served with a warrant at the Juvenile Detention Center (JDC) for attempted aggravated murder (2025DEL0140). The juvenile is scheduled to appear in court on September 5. His mother, Betsy Smith, was notified at her workplace (Taco Bell on Western Ave) and advised of the court appearance.
Disorderly Conduct – Altered Mental Status
Case Number: PD-P2504636
At 6:46 p.m., officers were dispatched to 151 W 5th Street following a report of an individual with altered mental status, potentially related to intoxication. Investigation continues.
Juvenile Complaint
Case Number: PD-P2504637
A juvenile-related complaint brought officers to 326 Brennan Road at 6:54 p.m. The matter has been classified as non-criminal at this stage.
Disorderly Conduct on Seneca Road
Case Number: PD-P2504638
At 8:56 p.m., police responded to 624 Seneca Road regarding a disorderly intoxicated individual. The case remains under investigation.