CHILLICOTHE, Ohio (April 7, 2026) — The Chillicothe Police Department responded to a wide range of incidents on April 6, including assaults, a non-suspicious death investigation, and multiple arrests, according to the department’s daily media report.
🚨 Early Morning Assault and Warrant Arrest
Officers were first dispatched around 2:56 a.m. to a reported assault on Pine Street, with the case remaining under investigation.
Later in the morning, police served a probation violation warrant after Timothy Hopkins turned himself in at the Law Enforcement Complex. He was booked into the Ross County Jail and is being held pending a court appearance.
⚠️ Death Investigation
At approximately 9:53 a.m., officers assisted the Ross County Sheriff’s Office with a non-suspicious death investigation on Sigler Road. Authorities say the case remains ongoing, though no foul play is suspected.
🚔 Traffic Stops and Violations
Police conducted several traffic-related stops throughout the day, including:
- A driver cited for operating a vehicle under an OVI suspension on East Water Street
- A crash on Western Avenue, where a citation was issued for failing to maintain assured clear distance
- A driver cited for operating a vehicle without a valid license on Jefferson Avenue
⚖️ Assaults, Theft, and Trespassing
Additional incidents included:
- A second assault investigation on East Water Street
- A theft report on North Bridge Street stemming from an earlier incident
- A criminal trespass complaint at a business on North Bridge Street
Police say all cases remain under investigation.
📞 Harassment and Stalking Complaints
Officers also responded to reports of:
- Telecommunications harassment on West Main Street
- A stalking complaint at a fitness center on North Bridge Street
👮 Juvenile Warrant and Crash Report
A juvenile warrant was served on East 7th Street, while officers also responded to a non-injury crash and completed a report.
