Circleville, OH – The Circleville Police Department responded to multiple calls on November 20, 2024, addressing a range of issues from traffic accidents to property damage, along with several civil and criminal matters throughout the city. Here is a summary of key incidents:
- Traffic Accidents and Citations:
At 6:38 a.m., officers responded to a non-injury accident on Goodchild Road, where a citation was issued. Later, at 1:17 p.m., a hit-and-run accident was reported on North Court Street, resulting in a report being taken. Police also issued several traffic-related citations during the day, ensuring public safety on the roads. - Theft and Arrest:
At 12:43 p.m., officers responded to a theft in progress on US 23 South, where an arrest was made in connection with the incident. This was one of the more significant calls of the day as the suspect was apprehended on the spot. - Suspicious Activity:
Police were alerted to suspicious vehicles at 9:59 a.m. and 12:59 p.m. on North Court Street. In both cases, the vehicles were checked and found to be unremarkable, and no further action was needed. - Property Damage Reports:
Two property damage incidents were reported on South Court Street and East Franklin Street. The first, reported at 5:29 p.m., involved property damage with a report taken. The second, at 8:10 p.m., also resulted in a report filed by police. - Civil Process:
The police department was also busy serving civil process papers at multiple locations throughout the day, including Island Road, Bolens Avenue, and East Atwater Avenue, ensuring legal documents were delivered as required by the courts. - Animal Calls and Miscellaneous Incidents:
Animal-related calls were received at Kingston Pike and South Court Street, with officers addressing the issues appropriately. Additionally, there were multiple 911 hang-ups throughout the day, including incidents on Atwater Avenue, Watt Street, and North Court Street, all of which were resolved upon investigation. - Suspicious Person and Noise Complaints:
Officers responded to a suspicious person on East Main Street at 7:31 p.m., but the individual had left before police arrived. Similarly, a noise complaint was reported on North Court Street at 10:23 p.m., but officers were unable to locate the source.
The Circleville Police Department remains vigilant, responding to a wide range of calls in the community. These efforts continue to maintain public safety and ensure residents are protected. For more information or to report an issue, residents can contact the Circleville Police Department directly.
