On September 9, 2025, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to a total of 19 incidents across the city. Reports included warrant arrests, traffic violations, thefts, and various non-criminal matters such as harassment, found property, and agency assists. Multiple investigations remain active as law enforcement continues to follow up on the events throughout the day.

Drug Paraphernalia and Warrant Arrest

Case Number: PD-P2504706

Officers initiated a citizen contact at E 2nd St and Prospect, which resulted in the discovery of drug paraphernalia and identification of a warrant.

Possible Theft at City Pool

Case Number: PD-P2504707

Police responded to a report of a possible theft at 19 Enderlin Cir, location of the Chillicothe City Pool. Investigation is ongoing.

Harassment Complaint Under Review

Case Number: PD-P2504710

Authorities are looking into a harassment complaint on Ervin Ave. Investigation remains active.

Traffic Citation for Failure to Obey Signals

Case Number: PD-P2504709

A citation was issued on Woodbridge Ave for failing to obey traffic control devices.

Warrant Report Filed

Case Number: PD-P2504716

A warrant-related incident was reported on N Paint St. Details unspecified.

Warrant Served at Ross County Jail

Case Number: PD-P2504711

An officer served a warrant to a subject at the Ross County Jail. The case remains under investigation.

Traffic Violation for Fictitious Plates and Suspended License

Case Number: PD-P2504712

A traffic stop at E Water St. and N Bridge St. led to citations for fictitious plates and license suspension-related offenses.

Driver Cited for Texting and License Violations

Case Number: PD-P2504714

A motorist on N Bridge St was cited for texting while driving and driving under suspension due to unpaid fines and child support issues.

Illegal “U” Turn on E Water St

Case Number: PD-P2504715

An officer reported a violation of restricted “U” turns. The situation was resolved Code 4 (no further assistance needed).

Theft Reported on St. Andrews Blvd

Case Number: PD-P2504713

A theft was reported online for an incident occurring at 178 St. Andrews Blvd. The case remains under investigation.

Telecommunications Harassment Reported

Case Number: PD-P2504717

Police were dispatched to the Law Enforcement Complex (LEC) following a complaint of telecommunications harassment.

Found Property on E Main St

Case Number: PD-P2504718

Officers investigated a report of found property at 1135 E. Main St. The matter is under review.

Warrant Arrest on S Paint St

Case Number: PD-P2504719

Gretchen Echard was served a warrant for probation violation at 232 S. Paint St., and was transported to the Ross County Jail ahead of a court appearance scheduled for September 10, 2025.

Theft at Walmart

Case Number: PD-P2504721

Officers responded to a theft complaint at 85 River Trace Ln (Walmart). Investigation continues.

Vehicle Violations on Arch St

Case Number: PD-P2504720

A traffic stop was made on Arch St near High St for violations involving motorcycle/snowmobile laws and an obstructed license plate.

Protection Order Violation Investigation

Case Number: PD-P2504723

A violation of a protection order was reported at Adena, located on Capital Dr. Officers are investigating.

Warrant Activity Behind Donato’s

Case Number: PD-P2504722

Police responded to a warrant-related incident behind Donato’s on N Bridge St. Investigation is ongoing.

Juvenile Assault Reported at Lincoln Park

Case Number: PD-P2504724

An officer responded to a disorderly conduct report involving a juvenile assault at 204 Lincoln Park. The case is under investigation.

Agency Assist on Western Ave

Case Number: PD-P2504725

Authorities were dispatched to 475 Western Ave for an agency assist. Further details are pending.

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