On September 10, 2025, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to a range of incidents throughout the city. Officers handled situations involving multiple disorderly conduct complaints, the violation of protective orders, two warrant services, and several domestic-related issues—including a serious case involving firearm discharge and unlawful restraint. Other calls included traffic violations, theft, juvenile disturbances, and a hit-skip accident. Investigations are ongoing in several of the cases.

Domestic Violence Incident Involving Firearm Discharge

Case Number: PD-P2504726

Officers responded to the 100 block of Elm Street where a woman reported that her husband, David Copp, forcibly dragged her by the hair into a bedroom and fired two gunshots near her head while threatening her life. The victim stated Copp continued to restrain her each time she tried to flee. She eventually escaped and sought help from a neighbor.

Found Property at Jiffy Lube

Case Number: PD-P2504727

Police were dispatched to Jiffy Lube on Western Avenue in reference to a report of found property. The investigation is ongoing.

Traffic Violation on Mill Street

Case Number: PD-P2504728

A citation was issued for disobeying traffic control devices on Mill Street. The incident was handled as a Code 2 response.

Aggravated Menacing at Pixle Paper Mill

Case Number: PD-P2504729

Officers responded to the wood yard of Pixle Paper Mill between 8th and Southern Avenue after reports of aggravated menacing. An investigation is underway.

Traffic Stop on Elm Street

Case Number: PD-P2504730

A traffic stop was conducted on Elm Street. No additional details were included in the report.

Traffic Accident Reported on St. Margarets

Case Number: PD-P2504731

A vehicle accident was reported on St. Margarets. No injuries or further details were included in initial reporting.

Disorderly Conduct at Salvation Army

Case Number: PD-P2504732

Police responded to the Salvation Army on North Bridge Street due to a disorderly conduct incident. The investigation is ongoing.

Domestic Dispute on East 4th Street

Case Number: PD-P2504733

Officers investigated a domestic dispute involving fighting or threatening behavior at 242 E. 4th Street.

Traffic Monitoring on Yoctangee Parkway

Case Number: PD-P2504735

An officer conducted a traffic stop on Yoctangee Parkway near North Street for a violation in a school zone where the speed limit is 20 MPH.

Warrant Service at Local Jail

Case Number: PD-P2504736

Zeke Lowery was served an outstanding warrant for probation violation related to an OVI charge. He remains in custody pending a court appearance the following morning.

Unruly Juvenile Reported on Locust Street

Case Number: PD-P2504737

An officer responded to a complaint involving a juvenile at 214 Locust Street. Investigation is active.

Violation of Protection Order at SSA Office

Case Number: PD-P2504738

Police are investigating a potential court order violation that occurred at the Social Security Administration offices on Stoneridge Drive.

Hit-Skip Incident on South Mulberry Street

Case Number: PD-P2504739

A hit-and-run was reported at 243 S. Mulberry Street. Officers are continuing the investigation.

Unruly Juvenile at North Bridge St. McDonald’s

Case Number: PD-P2504740

Officials responded to a child behavior disturbance at the McDonald’s on North Bridge Street.

Second Warrant Served at County Jail

Case Number: PD-P2504742

Skylar Hogle was served with a warrant for telecommunications harassment while in custody at the Ross County Jail.

Court Order Violation at Sherman Park Residence

Case Number: PD-P2504741

A court order violation was reported at 402 Sherman Park. The matter is still under investigation.

Assault on Ohio Avenue

Case Number: PD-P2504743

Police were called to 759 Ohio Avenue in reference to an assault complaint. An investigation is ongoing.

Theft Reported on North High Street

Case Number: PD-P2504744

Police took a report regarding a theft incident at 511 N. High Street. No further information was provided at this time.

Disorderly Conduct on South Hickory Street

Case Number: PD-P2504745

Officers responded to a disturbance at 303 S. Hickory Street. The case was categorized under disorderly conduct.

Unspecified Traffic Stop on Elm Street

Case Number: PD-P2504730

A second Elm Street traffic stop was noted, but details regarding the incident or outcomes were not included in the report.

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