On September 23, 2025, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to a total of 16 incidents throughout the city. The calls varied, including multiple criminal offenses such as theft, criminal trespass, vandalism, and warrant services. Several cases remain under investigation, including incidents involving domestic disputes, unruly juveniles, and threats complaints. Officers also handled several non-criminal matters and initiated routine traffic enforcement. One notable arrest was made involving multiple charges stemming from a trespassing call late in the evening.
Traffic Stop for Fictitious and Expired Plates
Case Number: PD-P2504941
An officer initiated a traffic stop at the intersection of Church St and Allen Ave due to a vehicle displaying fictitious plates and an expired registration on September 23 at 12:03 a.m.
Criminal Trespass at McArthur Gardens
Case Number: PD-P2504942
At 1:57 a.m., police made a citizen contact at McArthur Gardens on Columbus St that led to a criminal trespass investigation.
Traffic Crash Involving Signal Violation
Case Number: PD-P2504943
At 5:34 a.m., a traffic crash was reported on W Water St. The incident involved failure to obey traffic control devices.
Warrant Served at RCJ
Case Number: PD-P2504944
An officer responded to the Ross County Jail at 5:49 a.m. to serve an active warrant on a subject.
Vehicle Moved by Owner, Report Filed in Error
Case Number: PD-P2504945
A vehicle situation on Arch St at 7:42 a.m. was resolved when the owner and operator arrived and moved the vehicle. The report was determined to be filed in error.
Theft and Property Damage on S Hickory St
Case Number: PD-P2504947
At 7:54 a.m., officers were dispatched to 195 S. Hickory St on a Protection Order Complaint which included reports of theft and criminal mischief. The investigation is ongoing.
Unruly Juvenile Complaint
Case Number: PD-P2504946
An unruly juvenile incident was reported from Hildegarten St at 8:09 a.m. The case remains under investigation.
Warrant Report Logged
Case Number: PD-P2504948
A warrant report was filed from N Paint St at 10:54 a.m. No further details were released.
Disorderly Conduct Call on Lincoln Ave
Case Number: PD-P2504949
Police responded to a report of threats at 533 Lincoln Ave at 10:59 a.m. The investigation into potential disorderly conduct is continuing.
Cold Case Opened from Children’s Services Referral
Case Number: PD-P2504950
A detective began investigating a cold case on Mill St at 12:31 p.m., stemming from a referral by Children’s Services. The case is non-criminal and remains open.
Criminal Trespass at Local Kroger
Case Number: PD-P2504951
Officers responded to Kroger on Western Ave at 1:01 p.m. regarding a disorderly couple. A criminal trespass case was initiated.
Domestic Dispute Leads to Disorderly Conduct Report
Case Number: PD-P2504952
Police were dispatched to 191 W Water St at 2:28 p.m. for a domestic dispute. Disorderly conduct was reported, and the matter is still under investigation.
Agency Assistance on N Bridge St
Case Number: PD-P2504953
At 2:43 p.m., officers assisted another agency behind the property at 867 N. Bridge St. The matter was deemed non-criminal and remains under review.
Theft Reported at Walmart
Case Number: PD-P2504954
A summons was issued following a theft without consent at Walmart on River Trace Ln at 7:11 p.m.
Multiple Charges Following Trespass Call
Case Number: PD-P2504955
At 11:48 p.m., police responded to a trespassing complaint on Sycamore St. The suspect was arrested and charged with resisting arrest, harassment by inmate, vandalism, and criminal offenses.
Non-Criminal Complaint at N McArthur St
Case Number: PD-P2504956
At 11:55 p.m. on September 24, officers responded to a non-criminal complaint at 29 N McArthur St. Investigation is complete.