The Chillicothe Police Department reported 26 incidents on December 16, 2024, ranging from trespassing and theft to warrant arrests and other disturbances. Here’s a breakdown of the day’s notable events:
Major Incidents
- Warrant Arrests:
- Kirk Evans was arrested in the area of Washington Avenue after officers confirmed an active warrant for probation violation through the Chillicothe Municipal Court. Evans was transported to the Ross County Jail and taken to Adena Regional Medical Center for medical evaluation after suffering a minor injury.
- Theft Reports:
- Officers were dispatched to N. Bridge Street and Dollar General on E. Main Street in response to theft reports, with investigations currently pending.
- Burglary & Trespassing:
- Officers responded to a criminal trespass complaint at Rogers Parkway and multiple other trespass complaints at locations including Old Eastern Avenue and S. Paint Street.
Traffic Stops & Warrant Enforcement:
- Multiple traffic stops took place, with officers addressing issues such as failure to signal and other violations. Notably, one traffic stop led to an arrest due to active warrants through the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.
Other Criminal Complaints:
- Officers investigated vandalism at 286 E Main Street, a disorderly conduct report at N. Bridge Street, and additional theft-related activity on N Walnut Street.
Chillicothe Police continue to handle a variety of investigations to ensure community safety.
