Chillicothe, Ohio – The Chillicothe Police Department (CPD) responded to multiple incidents across the city on January 31, 2026. Below are the highlights of the day’s police reports:
Hit-Skip Accident on Mill Street
At approximately 12:33 AM, officers were dispatched to a hit-skip accident at 475 Mill Street. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to identify the vehicle involved.
Traffic Stop Leads to Citation
A traffic stop was initiated at 3:13 AM near the intersection of South Bridge Street and Southern Avenue. Officers issued a citation for a violation related to Driving Under Suspension (DUS) and further investigation revealed the individual’s license had been randomly verified. No additional details were provided.
Assault Investigation at ARMC
At 4:22 AM, officers responded to Adena Regional Medical Center (ARMC) following reports of an assault. The case involves allegations of abduction, strangulation, and theft by intimidation. Police are actively investigating the incident.
Disorderly Conduct on South Douglas Avenue
At 12:05 PM, CPD officers responded to a disorderly conduct complaint at Brite & Clean Coin Op, located at 49 South Douglas Avenue. The incident also involved a possible assault. Investigations into the matter are ongoing.
Civil Matter on Riverside Drive
At 3:30 PM, officers were called to 300 Riverside Drive concerning a civil dispute involving private property damage. No criminal charges were filed, and no further information was released.
Theft and Shoplifting Report on River Trace Lane
At 3:42 PM, a theft report was received from 85 River Trace Lane. Officers are continuing their investigation into the suspected theft and possible shoplifting.
Motor Vehicle Accident on North Bridge Street
At 7:47 PM, police responded to a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of North Bridge Street and Riverside Street. The incident remains under investigation.
Driving Under Suspension Citation
The final report of the day came at 9:00 PM, when officers issued a citation for Driving Under Suspension (DUS) during a traffic stop on East Main Street.
