08:06 AM. DEVELOPING. Dothan Police, Chief Benny and Major Glover, Execute Early Morning Search Warrants
DOTHAN:
This morning the Dothan PD SRT team, Investigators, Patrol and K-9 units conducted dual search warrants in Dothan related to a murder investigation. At least one person was taken into custody. Developing story, will update later this morning. Chief Benny and Major Glover were out with their officers using every resource availible to combat violent crime in Dothan.
More details to follow.
9:15 PM. Missing Person
Be On the Look Out for a white, extended cab, 2012 Nissan Frontier, Alabama tag: 34A08WW, occupied by 85 year old white male Phil Goodson. He was last seen about 10:30 am, possibly driving to Enterprise, Alabama from Geneva. If seen, please call 911 and report it immediately.
Mr Goodson may have an altered mental status
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11:15 AM. Tragic Accident Claims Like In Columbia – Omussee Creek Road
HOUSTON COUNTY: 10:02 AM. Houston County 911 dispatched Columbia Fire – Rescue, Columbia Police, Ashford Rescue, Houston County Sheriff Deputies, Gordon Police and ALEA – Troopers to reports of a motor vehicle accident, Highway 95 South of Columbia at the entrance to Omussee Creek Road. At the time of dispatch it was reported possible deceased.
On arrival units downgraded the responding fire and EMS units. ALEA – Troopers and Houston County Sheriff Criminal Investigators responded.
On arrival law enforcement officers found the vehicle door open and the deceased laying at the back tire.
From RSN understanding, after this investigation took place, this was not a traffic accident and ruled a tragic death. The particular circumstances are unknown but no foul play suspected at all.
Houston County Coroner Robert Byrd has been dispatched to the scene.
As more information available RSN will update.
08:56 AM. Tree Limb Falls And Kills Geneva County Man
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Geneva County Coroner’s Office
Donny Adkinson, Coroner
On Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at approximately 4:30 p.m., Geneva County 911 received a report that a large limb from a mature oak tree had fallen on an individual at a residence on East County Road 4 in the Fadette Community of Geneva County.
Slocomb EMS, the Geneva County Sheriff’s Office, and an officer with the Dothan Police Department responded to the scene. The victim was identified as Melvin T. Dixon, 68.
According to the investigation, Mr. Dixon was walking through his yard with his young grandson when the large tree limb unexpectedly broke and fell, pinning him beneath it. A neighbor quickly retrieved a jack and used it to help lift the limb while family members pulled Mr. Dixon from underneath. Despite their immediate and courageous efforts, Mr. Dixon was pronounced deceased at the scene.
This tragic accident serves as a reminder of how quickly life can change. Family, friends, neighbors, and first responders were left shocked by the sudden and random nature of this heartbreaking incident.
The Geneva County Coroner’s Office extends its sincere appreciation to everyone who responded and did everything possible in an effort to save Mr. Dixon. While the outcome was not the one everyone hoped for, their swift actions and compassion were a testament to the strength of this community.
Please keep the Dixon family and all who knew and loved Mr. Dixon in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time, praying that they may find peace, comfort, and strength in the days ahead.
11:34 AM Missing Persons – Runaways In New Brockton
NEW BROCKTON: New Brockton Police has issued a BOLO for two missing persons/runaway girls.
BOLO ( Be On Look Out ) White Female Myia Finnigan, born in 2010. Last seen wearing black tank top, gray joggers and black shoes.
BOLO ( Be On Look Out ) White female Patience Finnigan, born in 2011. Last seen wearing dark color New Brockton shirt, gray shorts, and crocs.
LAST SEEN WITH two males, David Bacon and Roderick Rucker, Jr.
Possible traveling in a Gray KIA Soul, box type vehicle. Possible weapons in the vehicle.
Any contact notify New Brockton Police Department.