DOTHAN: 8:25 PM. Dothan 911 dispatched a firearm assault, 386 East Saunders Road. The victim was found with a gunshot wound to the leg and laying on the ground in the main driveway of the park.
Dothan Police have issued a BOLO ) Be On Lookout ) on a suspect vehicle.
Dothan Police Criminal Investigation Division is in charge of the investigation.
8:43 PM Dothan Fire Engine Company Medic 2 ( Lakewood ) and Pilcher Ambulance transported emergency under trauma alert.
HENRY COUNTY: Tonight Henry County Sheriff Eric Blankenship heard a call dispatched which prompted him to hit the street to assist. Sheriff Blankenship went to Headland and was on lookout for the vehicle on the call that was dispatched.
While looking for the vehicle Sheriff Blankenship backed some Headland Police Officers who made some traffic stops. Then Sheriff Blankenship spotted the vehicle he was on lookout for. The Sheriff was behind the vehicle and the Sheriff has a total unmarked vehicle which you would not realize it is a law enforcement vehicle. The vehicle sped up and about that time the Sheriff’s unmarked vehicle looked like a Christmas tree with all the blue lights.
The person was placed under arrest and transported to Henry County Jail.
So to the people of Henry County, your Sheriff left his family on Christmas Eve and assisted Deputies responding to a call. And here it is midnight, Henry County Sheriff Eric Blankenship has been on the street serving the citizens and guests of Henry County Alabama.
BTW – it is not unusual for the Sheriff to be on the streets working.
HOUSTON COUNTY: 7:21 PM If you see a Houston County Sheriff Deputy tonight, you might want to take a second look.
Houston County Sheriff Donald Valenza has taken to the streets on Christmas Eve during his years as Sheriff. The Sheriff has been on routine patrol, responding to calls, to allow the Houston County Sheriff Deputies with little children to take care of their home duties to prepare for Christmas.
Sheriff Valenza, beginning as a Houston County Corrections Deputy, then promoting to a Deputy and rising in the ranks to Sheriff.
For the record, three things: (1) Sheriff Donald Valenza believes in family and attempts to allow Deputies to see their children in activities they might be involved in, (2) Sheriff Donald Valenza hits patrol every year, not just an election year, and (3) Sheriff Donald Valenza WILL SEEK RE-ELECTION in 2026 as Houston County Sheriff.
DOTHAN, Ala. (Rickey Stokes News) — One lane of a busy Dothan roadway is closed following a crash involving a motorcycle Tuesday afternoon.
According to initial information from law enforcement, the crash occurred around 1:30 p.m. on Columbia Highway when a motorcycle struck a deer.
The incident happened near the intersection of Columbia Highway and Eastland Road, where a portion of the eastbound lane remains closed at this time. Authorities have not released an estimated time for when the roadway will fully reopen.
Reports indicate the motorcyclist sustained injuries. The extent of those injuries has not been confirmed.
Rickey Stokes News has reached out to authorities for additional details. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
The holiday season brought smiles and special memories as officers with the Dothan Police Department took part in their annual Shop with a Cop event.
This year’s event allowed officers to spend time shopping with underserved youth from the Boys & Girls Club of Wiregrass, helping ensure the children experienced a memorable holiday season.
Officers assisted the children as they selected gifts, clothing, and other items, creating positive interactions while spreading holiday cheer throughout the community.
Police officials said Shop with a Cop is one of the most rewarding events of the year, giving officers the opportunity to give back and strengthen connections with local youth.
The Dothan Police Department thanked the Boys & Girls Club of Wiregrass and everyone involved for allowing them to help make the holidays brighter for the children.
