The Chillicothe Police Department was kept busy on December 11, responding to 22 incidents ranging from domestic violence to motor vehicle thefts and welfare checks. Here’s a summary of notable cases from the day:
Early Morning Arrests and Domestic Dispute
- Domestic Violence: At 12:11 a.m., officers were dispatched to a residence on Dayton Street for a domestic dispute.
- Warrant Arrests: Two separate warrant arrests occurred on North Paint Street at 2:27 a.m. and 4:21 a.m.
Property Crimes and Investigations
- Motor Vehicle Theft: A stolen motorcycle was reported on East Water Street at 8:28 a.m. An investigation is ongoing.
- Forgery: A forged check from Southern Ohio Eye Surgery Center prompted a fraud investigation on East 2nd Street at 9:34 a.m.
- Breaking and Entering: Officers were dispatched to Prospect Street at 12:07 p.m. following a break-in report.
Traffic Incidents and Stops
- Traffic Violations: Several traffic stops were conducted throughout the day, including stops for expired plates and equipment violations on North Bridge Street. A driver on Mechanic Street was cited for a 12-point license suspension and failing to obey traffic signals.
Serious Allegations and Welfare Checks
- Aggravated Menacing: A complaint was filed on North Paint Street at 12:12 p.m. regarding a case of aggravated menacing.
- Sexual Assault: Officers responded to a sexual assault complaint on Gilmore Street at 3:49 p.m. The investigation is ongoing.
- Felonious Assaults: A welfare check on Pohlman Road led to a felonious assault and subsequent resistance to arrest. Another assault involving a 19-month-old girl was reported by a social worker from Nationwide Children’s Hospital, triggering an active investigation.
Other Notable Incidents
- Missing Person: At 3:41 p.m., officers were contacted regarding a missing person near West 4th Street.
- Non-Suspicious Death: A welfare check on Western Avenue at 4:53 p.m. resulted in an investigation into a non-suspicious death.
- Child in River: A report of a child in a river on Star Drive was handled, with a report taken but no further action required.
Evening Traffic Stops and Citations
Traffic stops in the evening led to citations for unpaid fines, expired plates, and equipment violations near North Bridge Street.
Chillicothe Police continue to investigate several of these cases, emphasizing their commitment to addressing both criminal activity and community safety.
