Kingston
CRIME & SAFETY
Protest at county courthouse scheduled in Chillicothe amid rising tensions with law enforcement
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A protest has been scheduled in Chillicothe as tensions continue to rise between citizens and local law enforcement. Lesha Malone, a community mental health professional and civil rights activist, along with other community members, will hold what they call a “Silent Protest” on the Ross County Courthouse steps on July 28, 2024, at 1 PM.
Body cam released: Chillicothe man arrested after fleeing from police
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe Police Department has released body cam footage from the arrest of a local man who refused to communicate with officers and then fled on foot. On June 1, 2024, officers were dispatched to a residence on Leggett Avenue for a welfare check. According to...
Second card skimmer found in Chillicothe grocery store
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – A second card skimmer has been discovered in Chillicothe, Ohio, raising concerns about a potential rise in credit card fraud in the area. The Ross County Sheriff’s Office reported that employees at the Corner Market on Charleston Pike found the skimmer attached to one of their credit card readers on Sunday.
High-Speed Chase Ends in Crash and Arrest in Chillicothe
A dramatic sequence of events unfolded in Chillicothe on July 20th, 2024, culminating in a high-speed chase and subsequent arrest following a traffic stop. According to reports from the Chillicothe Police Department, Officer was initially behind a red Chevy Malibu at the intersection of S Watt and E Main Street. Observing the vehicle commit several traffic violations, including failure to signal turns and stopping over the stopping bar, Officer attempted a routine traffic stop.
Drug Arrest Made Following Routine Traffic Stop in Chillicothe
A routine patrol by local law enforcement led to the arrest of two individuals on drug-related charges in Chillicothe earlier this week. According to a report from the Chillicothe Police Department, Officer conducted a traffic stop after observing a red Chevy truck, bearing Ohio registration JAV7003, fail to signal a turn onto E 7th St from S Watt St.
Ross County family discovers live WW2-era grenade
BAINBRIDGE, Ohio — A Ross County family made a shocking discovery on July 17 when a live World War II-era grenade was found in their garage, according to a report from the Ross County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies were dispatched to Shawnee Street in the village of Bainbridge after...
Reported Road Rage Incident with Handgun Sparks Concern in Chillicothe
Earlier this week, an incident of road rage escalated to a menacing encounter in Chillicothe, prompting concern among local residents. According to a police report filed on the date in question, officers responded to a call at 28 N Paint St, LEC, following reports of a threatening altercation. Upon arrival,...
Ross Co. Sheriff’s Office daily activity report: July 22, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Deputies with the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to various calls on Monday, July 22, 2024. Here is a snapshot of those calls for service. 03:52 AM – E Patrician Ct, Chillicothe (SO-P2403577 – Alleged Mentally Ill) Officers responded to a report of...
Chillicothe Police Respond to Multiple Incidents Across the City
Chillicothe, OH – The Chillicothe Police Department responded to a series of incidents throughout the city on July 20, 2024, involving a range of offenses from traffic violations to criminal activities. One of the incidents involved a traffic stop on East Main Street around 1:28 AM, where officers issued...
Circleville Police Reports, July 22
Circleville Police Reports for Monday, July 22: Date/Time Street Name Incident Disposition — reports are posted online too at circlevilleherald.com 07/22/24 00:34:22 N COURT ST Suspicious Circumstances Gone On Arrival (GOA)/Unable to Locate (UATL)07/22/24 01:17:54 E FRANKLIN ST Threats/Harassment No Report Taken07/22/24 02:08:45 PLUM ST Domestic Trouble Report Taken07/22/24 02:39:17 N PICKAWAY ST Suspicious Person Checked Okay07/22/24 04:20:30 CHATHAM RD 911 Call: Accidental Checked Okay07/22/24 06:01:14 N PICKAWAY ST 911 Hang Up Checked Okay07/22/24 09:25:07 S WASHINGTON ST Theft Report Taken07/22/24 10:11:08 EAST MILL STREET...
Chillicothe Police Department Responds to Various Incidents on July 22
The Chillicothe Police Department responded to several incidents on July 22, ranging from domestic violence to theft and disorderly conduct. At 00:08 hours, officers were dispatched to Rally’s on N. Bridge St for a welfare check. Later, at 01:26 hours, they responded to a suspicious person at the Certified gas station on N. Bridge St, resulting in charges for possession of drugs and use/possess drug paraphernalia.
Chillicothe P.D. daily activity report: July 22, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Officers with the Chillicothe Police Department responded to various calls on Monday, July 22. Here is a snapshot of those calls for service. Initial Narrative: I was dispatched to Rally’s on N Bridge St in reference to a welfare check. Case Number: PD-P2403916. Offenses: Possession...
Weekend Police Activity in Circleville Reveals Range of Incidents
Circleville, OH – The Circleville Police Department reported a busy weekend with a total of 111 incidents ranging from routine checks to more serious matters, including accidents and criminal activities. Beginning on Friday, July 19th, officers conducted regular patrols across various streets including West Mill St, South Pickaway St,...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.