CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Police in Chillicothe have deployed automated license plate recognition cameras from Flock Safety to aid in crime investigations, but details about their exact placements and operations remain limited, with the department’s transparency page not yet publicly available. The cameras capture images of passing vehicles, including license plates, make, model and color, to […]
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Chillicothe Police Crime Log – July 13, 2025
On July 6, 2025, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to a variety of incidents throughout the city, ranging from criminal trespass and warrants to a dog bite and multiple disorderly conduct reports. N. Bridge Street was the site of several police responses, including traffic stops, a crash, and assaults. Here is a breakdown of the […]
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Ross Co. Sheriff Crime Log – July 13, 2025
On July 13, 2025, incidents reported by the Ross County Sheriff’s Office included various offenses such as disorderly conduct, criminal trespass, theft, and assault. Additionally, several non-criminal activities were investigated, and one case involved a death deemed non-suspicious. The situations ranged from traffic violations to more serious concerns like motor vehicle theft and allegations of […]
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Chillicothe Police Crime Log – July 12, 2025
On July 5th, 2025, Chillicothe Police responded to a total of 13 incidents, ranging from minor property damage and disorderly conduct to more serious offenses including assault, theft, drug possession, and criminal damaging. Several investigations remain ongoing. Below are the reported incidents from the day. Assault Reported on Race Street Case Number: PD-P2503545 On July […]
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Ross Co. Sheriff Crime Log – July 12, 2025
Today’s incidents in Ross County include a range of occurrences, from criminal offenses such as warrant arrests, vandalism, theft, and disorderly conduct, to non-criminal issues such as unconscious individuals and property disputes. There are also non-suspicious death inquiries and domestic violence investigations. Authorities responded to and initiated investigations into these varied situations throughout the day. […]
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Southern Ohio woman killed in Friday crash
MINFORD, Ohio — A 22-year-old Minford woman died early Friday in a single-vehicle crash on Taylor Hill Road, the Ohio State Highway Patrol said. Chandler E. Preston was driving a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado northwest near the intersection of Bennett School House Road when the crash occurred at 2:05 a.m., according to the Portsmouth Dispatch Center. […]
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Chillicothe Police Crime Log – July 11, 2025
On July 4, 2025, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to multiple incidents including domestic disputes, reports of disorderly conduct, traffic violations, and criminal trespassing. Several investigations are ongoing, and citations were issued in a few cases. The day’s activity reflects a wide range of situations handled by patrol officers throughout the city. Domestic Dispute at […]
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Ross Co. Sheriff Crime Log – July 11, 2025
Today’s incidents include various legal and non-criminal activities across the region, involving warrant pickups, escapee arrests, thefts, and cases of disorderly conduct. Here are the details: Warrant Pickup on US 23 Case Number: SO-P2503068 On July 11, 2025, Deputy O’Bomsawin was dispatched to US 23 near the Pickaway County line for a warrant pickup in […]
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Water bills set to increase in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe City Council is scheduled to vote Monday on an ordinance that would raise water rates by 2%, a modest hike aimed at keeping pace with inflation and operational costs in the southern Ohio city of about 22,000 residents. The proposed amendment to Chapter 915.08 of the city’s codified ordinances comes […]
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Chillicothe Police Crime Log – July 10, 2025
On July 3, 2025, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to a range of incidents including thefts, criminal trespassing, traffic offenses, and an arrest on a warrant. Officers were also dispatched for non-criminal complaints and a fireworks disturbance. Investigations are ongoing in many of the cases. Suspicious Person Reported on E 4th Street Case Number: PD-P2503518 […]