On September 20, 2025, Chillicothe police responded to a range of incidents throughout the city, including traffic violations, outstanding warrants, theft, criminal mischief, and disorderly conduct. A total of ten cases were reported, with several incidents still under investigation. Two individuals were served with warrants while already in custody. Below is a summary of each reported case.
Traffic Stop for Fictitious Plates Leads to License Violation and Warrant
Case Number: PD-P2504897
At 1:02 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on N Bridge St near Riverside St for fictitious license plates. The driver was found to be operating a motor vehicle without a valid license and also had an outstanding warrant.
Driver Cited for Suspended License and Expired Plates
Case Number: PD-P2504896
A traffic stop was initiated at 1:15 a.m. on S Douglas Ave. The driver was cited for driving under suspension related to child support and unpaid fines, as well as operating a vehicle with expired plates. The investigation is ongoing.
Theft Reported on Vincent Street
Case Number: PD-P2504898
At 5:50 a.m., police responded to 79 Vincent St following a report of theft without consent. No further details have been released.
Criminal Trespassing Reported on W. Water Street
Case Number: PD-P2504899
Officers were dispatched at 8:06 a.m. to 182 W. Water St regarding a trespassing complaint. The investigation is ongoing.
Criminal Mischief Complaint Filed on N. Bridge Street
Case Number: PD-P2504900
At 8:34 a.m., police were called to 1240 N. Bridge St for a report of criminal mischief. Authorities continue to investigate the incident.
Disorderly Conduct Reported on Back Road
Case Number: PD-P2504901
Police responded at 2:07 p.m. to a report of disorderly conduct involving fighting or threatening behavior on Back Rd.
Warrant Served at Ross County Jail for Probation Violation
Case Number: PD-P2504902
Tommy Welch was served with a Capias warrant at the Ross County Jail at 4:08 p.m. The warrant was issued for a probation violation stemming from a prior TPO violation charge. Welch will be held without bond until his 9/22/25 court appearance.
Crash Investigated Following Traffic Violation
Case Number: PD-P2504903
At 5:41 p.m., officers were dispatched to the intersection of N Bridge St and E 2nd St regarding a crash involving a failure to obey a traffic control device. The investigation remains open.
Incident on N. Bridge Street at 8:02 p.m.
Case Number: PD-P2504904
No narrative was provided for this incident, but it was reported on N. Bridge St at 8:02 p.m. on September 20, 2025.
Warrant Served at Ross County Jail
Case Number: PD-P2504905
At 8:35 p.m., officers served a warrant on a male inmate already incarcerated at the Ross County Jail. No further details were released.