CHILLICOTHE, OH — Law enforcement agencies in Chillicothe and across Ross County responded to a range of incidents on May 12, 2025, including multiple warrant services, thefts, traffic violations, and death investigations. Below is a summary of the key reports from both Chillicothe Police Department (CPD) and the Ross County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO).
Chillicothe Police Department Reports
- Warrant Arrests & SWAT Involvement:
Officers served multiple warrants, including an incident at 894 1/2 Fleet Street and another at the Ross County Jail. One case involved SWAT assistance requested by Gallia County authorities, with the investigation still pending. - Traffic Enforcement & License Violations:
Several traffic stops occurred on E. Main Street and N. Bridge Street, including a citation issued to William Edgar Dear Jr. for driving under suspension. - Protection Order Violation:
Officers investigated a potential protection order violation after a report at the Law Enforcement Complex. - Juvenile-Related Incidents:
Reports were taken involving unruly juveniles on Plum Street and a custody dispute at Chillicothe Intermediate School. - Theft & Burglary:
A garage break-in was reported on S. Hickory Street, and missing medication was reported on N. High Street. - Non-Criminal Cases:
Police responded to a suicidal female on Columbus Street, and assisted in other welfare and missing juvenile checks. - Death Investigations:
Two deaths were reported:- One non-suspicious death at 12 N. High Street.
- Another call for resisting arrest, obstructing official business, and disorderly conduct stemmed from a domestic disturbance on S. Paint Street.
Ross County Sheriff’s Office Reports
- Suspicious Death Investigation:
A death on S. Bridge Street prompted a coroner’s investigation. While no foul play is currently suspected, detectives are continuing the case. - Theft Reports:
Deputies responded to several thefts including a stolen trailer on Little Creek Road, a stolen ladder on Walnut Street in Bainbridge, and a burglary on Western Avenue. - Missing Persons & Juvenile Cases:
- A missing person was reported from Trego Creek Road.
- A runaway juvenile was located and safely returned from Valley Road.
- Another missing person report was filed from Harris Station Road in Bainbridge.
- Trespassing & Disorderly Conduct:
Deputies were called to N. Bridge Street for a report of a homeless man camping in the woods and to Westfall Road for a disorderly conduct dispute. - Traffic Stop & Arrest:
On W. 2nd Street, a vehicle was stopped for invalid plates; the driver was arrested for obstructing official business and an outstanding warrant. - Hospital & SANE Kit Collection:
Deputies collected a SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) kit at Adena Regional Medical Center at the victim’s request, though no formal report was made.
Law enforcement continues to investigate several of these incidents. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Chillicothe Police or the Ross County Sheriff’s Office.
