On January 16, 2026, narcotics agents with the Eufaula Police Department made contact with Jerome Gilbert, 48, of Eufaula, while he was seated inside a vehicle as officers attempted to execute an arrest for an active warrant.
According to authorities, during the encounter Gilbert began making furtive movements toward the vehicle’s center console and was observed placing a substance in his mouth, believed to be an illegal narcotic. Officers removed Gilbert from the vehicle and conducted an investigation at the scene.
The investigation led to the discovery of approximately 0.4 grams of crack cocaine and 0.5 grams of marijuana.
Gilbert was subsequently charged with the following offenses:
Unlawful Possession of Marijuana, First Degree (13A-12-213)
Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance (13A-12-212)
Tampering with Physical Evidence (13A-10-129)
Unlawful Distribution of a Controlled Substance (13A-12-211)
Gilbert was taken into custody without further incident. Additional details regarding bond and court dates were not immediately available.
All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
DOTHAN: 10:16 PM Dothan 911 dispatched Dothan Fire Engine Companies, Pilcher Ambulance and Dothan Police to a structure fire on Cedar Chae Court. Reports gas heater, smoke and flames visible. The resident unable to evacuate, getting into s safe place inside the residence. Responding fire engine company told to check computer for code to enter residence.
10:21 PM Dothan Fire Engine Company Truck 3 and Engine Company 3 ( Whatley Drive ) arrived on the scene. A single story residential structure, nothing visible.
10:22 PM Dothan Fire Engine Company 6 ( Napier Field Road ) arrived on the scene.
10:23 PM Dothan Fire Engine Company 8 ( Highlands ) arrived on the scene.
10:23 PM Dothan Fire Engine Company 3 attempting to make entry. Visial through the windon not much smoke visible, no flames visible.
10:25 PM Dothan Fire Engine Company 3 reports no fire, fire place only cutting gas to the residence. 10:25 PM Dothan Fire Battalion Chief 2, Chief Trawick on the scene.
10:26 PM Dothan Fire Engine Company 3 reports Dothan Fire Engine Company 6 ( Napier Field ) and Dothan Fire Engine Company 8 ( Highlands ) can return to service. Dothan Fire Engine 3 ( Whatley Drive ) and Dothan Fire Engine Tuck 3 ( Whatley Drive ) can handle.
NOTE: The call hit 911 at 10:16 PM the first engine Company, Company 3 and Truck 3 ( Whatley Drive ) was on the scene in 5 minutes of the call hitting 911.
10:32 PM Pilcher Ambulance arrived on the scene but advised they could return to service and Rehab can return to service.
10:36 PM Dothan Fire Engine 8 ( Highlands ) back in quarters.
OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE IS 45 degree as per SIRI
10:44 PM Dothan Fire Engine Company 3 and Truck 3 ( Whatley Drive ) have returned to service. No fire at this location, all contained to fireplace. Returning to station.
Emergency crews responded to a reported structure fire Thursday at 2799 U.S. Highway 431 in Abbeville.
First responders were dispatched to the scene after reports of a structure fire at the location. Details regarding the extent of the damage, possible injuries, or the cause of the fire have not yet been released.
At this time, it is unclear whether the structure was occupied when the fire started. Authorities have not confirmed if surrounding properties were affected.
This is a developing situation. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available from fire officials.
Two women were killed and several children were injured early Friday morning after a minivan was struck by a train in southwest Birmingham.
According to the Birmingham Police Department, the crash occurred around 1:46 a.m. in the 1000 block of 24th Street SW. Investigators said the minivan was hit by a train after the driver attempted to drive around a railroad crossing guard.
Authorities identified the victims as Carolyn Elaine Berry, 47, and Aldereka Laqulla Ikes, 36. Both women were pronounced dead at the scene at approximately 2:44 a.m.
Lt. Williams with Birmingham Fire and Rescue confirmed that four children were inside the vehicle at the time of the collision. Three of the children suffered injuries and were transported to Children’s Hospital of Alabama for treatment. The extent of their injuries has not been released.
The incident remains under investigation, and no additional details have been provided at this time.
An election integrity presentation titled “The Handcount Roadshow” is scheduled to take place next month in Enterprise.
The event will feature an election integrity presentation by Mark Cook, focusing on the concept of hand-counted ballots and their role in election transparency, trust, and voter confidence.
The presentation is set for Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at Wiregrass Outdoors, located at 818 North Oquid Street. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m.
According to event organizers, the program is designed to be informative and engaging, offering attendees an opportunity to learn more about election integrity and discuss the importance of transparency in the electoral process. The event is open to the public, and attendees are encouraged to bring a chair and invite others to attend.
The presentation is sponsored by S.A. Liberty.
Organizers emphasize that the event is intended to promote civic awareness and public discussion, stating that “an informed electorate is the foundation of a free republic.”
