Several incidents were reported to Circleville Police on December 12, 2024, ranging from traffic stops to theft arrests. Below is a summary of key events from the day:
Suspicious Vehicle and Extra Patrols
The day began with a suspicious vehicle report on US 23 South at 12:38 a.m., which was later determined to be clear. Extra patrols were conducted throughout the night on North Court Street, Seyfert Avenue, Clinton Street, and Lancaster Pike, all of which resulted in no significant incidents.
Traffic Stops and Warnings
Police conducted multiple traffic stops throughout the day, with warnings issued on Town Street (1:58 a.m.), East Main Street (7:59 a.m.), Northridge Road (8:44 a.m.), and North Pickaway Street (5:12 p.m.). These were routine stops with no arrests or citations beyond the one issued later in the evening.
Accidents and Investigations
A minor hit-skip accident occurred on North Court Street at 9:14 a.m., leading to a report being taken. Another accident occurred on North Pickaway Street at 5:12 p.m., with a citation issued following the investigation. Both accidents resulted in no injuries.
Theft and Animal Calls
In the early afternoon, a theft was reported on Victor Drive at 12:35 p.m., with an investigation underway. Animal-related calls included a report on Watt Street at 12:21 p.m. and a disabled vehicle on Clark Drive at 1:47 p.m. No formal reports were taken in the latter instance.
Domestic Trouble and Harassment
A domestic issue was reported on Lancaster Pike around 12:19 p.m., but it was handled by another agency. Later in the day, a harassment incident was reported on US 23 at 1:30 p.m., and a protection order violation was investigated on Francene Court at 3:33 p.m. No arrests were made in connection to these events.
Theft and Trespassing Arrests
In the evening, Circleville Police responded to two significant arrests. A theft arrest was made on East Main Street at 8:04 p.m., and a trespassing arrest occurred on Lancaster Pike at 8:59 p.m. Both suspects were taken into custody.
Overall, the 27 calls to the Circleville Police Department on December 12 resulted in a variety of outcomes, from routine traffic stops and patrols to more serious criminal investigations and arrests. The department continues to handle a wide array of incidents as part of its ongoing community safety efforts.
