Today’s incidents involved a range of offenses including possible overdose, vandalism, assistance to Childrens’ Services, criminal damaging, disorderly conduct, breaking and entering, motor vehicle theft, drug-related charges, and a vehicle crash. Investigations were initiated in multiple cases, with an arrest made in relation to drug possession.

Non Criminal Incident on Western Ave

Case Number: SO-P2505340

On December 5, 2025, authorities were dispatched to Western Avenue in Chillicothe for a possible overdose, prompting an investigation.

Vandalism on Mount Tabor Rd

Case Number: SO-P2505343

A report of vandalism was filed on December 5, 2025, at the Law Enforcement Complex lobby in Chillicothe.

Assistance to Childrens’ Services at Adena Health System

Case Number: SO-P2505345

On December 5, 2025, officers assisted Childrens’ Services at Adena Health System, leading to an investigation.

Criminal Damaging on Kingston-Adelphi Rd

Case Number: SO-P2505346

An investigation into vandalism began on December 5, 2025, in the 15000 block of Kingston Adelphi Rd, Laurelville.

Disorderly Conduct on Discovery Dr

Case Number: SO-P2505347

On December 5, 2025, a disorderly conduct complaint on Discovery Dr in Chillicothe resulted in CPS involvement.

Breaking and Entering in Laurelville

Case Number: SO-P2505348

A case of breaking and entering was reported on December 5, 2025, in Laurelville, with details yet to be disclosed.

Motor Vehicle Theft on Beath Ln

Case Number: SO-P2505350

A vehicle theft was reported on Beath Lane, South Salem, prompting an investigation starting December 5, 2025.

Drug-Related Arrest on Eastern Ave

Case Number: SO-P2505349

A traffic stop on US-23 North near Eastern Avenue led to an arrest for a drug possession warrant and seizure of suspected methamphetamine on December 5, 2025.

Vehicle Crash with No Injuries

Case Number: SO-P2505351

A vehicle crash with no injuries was reported on December 5, 2025, near SR-207 and Dodd Rd, Ross County.

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