The Troy Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying three women believed to be connected to an organized retail theft incident at a local business.
Surveillance images released by investigators show the three suspects entering the store separately. Detectives say the women are persons of interest in an ongoing investigation involving coordinated theft activity.
The first suspect is seen wearing a light-colored sweatsuit with tan shoes. The second suspect is dressed in a colorful patterned sweater, black pants with a white design, a winter beanie, and tan boots. The third suspect appears to be wearing a black sweatshirt with a graphic design, black pants, pink Crocs, and carrying a patterned crossbody bag.
Police urge anyone who recognizes these women or has information related to the incident to contact the Troy Police Department at 334-566-0500. Anonymous tips are welcome.
Downtown Dothan is set to sparkle as it transforms into a winter wonderland for the annual North Pole Stroll on Saturday, December 13, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
The festive celebration will take place at Porter Park Events Plaza and along North St. Andrews Street, inviting families and friends to enjoy a full day of holiday magic in the heart of the city.
Guests can look forward to a wide variety of seasonal attractions, including:
• Photos with Santa • Letters to the North Pole • Holiday Crafts Station • Local Artisan Vendors • Food Trucks • Kids’ Activity Zone with inflatables and a miniature train • Live Performances by local talent • Yard Games & Face Painting
The North Pole Stroll, proudly presented by Brightspeed, aims to bring the community together to make memories, support local businesses, and embrace the joy of the holiday season.
A man convicted of killing a Panama City woman more than three decades ago is set to be executed Tuesday.
Mark Allen Geralds was found guilty of murder, armed robbery, burglary, and grand theft auto in connection with the 1989 killing of 29-year-old Tressa Pettibone at her Cove home.
Geralds, who had previously worked as a handyman for Pettibone, became a suspect after investigators discovered he had pawned jewelry containing traces of her blood.
According to court records, Pettibone’s 8-year-old son discovered her stabbed to death on the kitchen floor — a tragedy that sparked a lengthy legal battle and ultimately led to Geralds’ death sentence.
On the evening of December 8, 2025, an isolated incident occurred inside the Coffee County Jail involving an inmate who was discovered unresponsive. Staff immediately initiated emergency measures, and the individual was transported to Coffee Regional Medical Center for treatment. Despite life-saving efforts, the inmate was pronounced deceased.
According to officials, the family of the individual has been notified. At the request of Sheriff Fred Cole, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has been asked to conduct a comprehensive and independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.
Authorities say no additional information will be released at this time as the investigation is ongoing.
Alabama officials say 82 people were detained during a recent joint operation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), part of the state’s latest crackdown on immigration violations and noncompliance within the trucking industry.
Governor Kay Ivey announced the results of the effort, conducted by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s Motor Carrier Safety Unit (MCSU) between October 27 and November 18.
ALEA targeted high-crash rural interstate corridors where commercial traffic is heaviest. During those Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) inspections, 242 people were referred to ICE for immigration checks, and 82 were detained based on their status.
Of those detained, 12 individuals had no driver license of any kind, and the rest carried out-of-state licenses.
Governor Ivey praised the operation, saying Alabama is “leading the way” in cracking down on illegal operators.
“Alabama will not look the other way while illegal immigration and illegal operators threaten the safety of our communities or undermine the integrity of our trucking industry,” Ivey said. “If you are here illegally and breaking our laws… you will be held accountable in our state.”
Alabama Trucking Association President & CEO Mark Colson echoed that sentiment, warning that noncompliant operators are exploiting loopholes and undercutting law-abiding drivers.
The operation comes as federal officials conduct a sweeping review of truck driving schools nationwide. The U.S. Transportation Department recently announced that nearly 44% of schools may not be meeting required training standards. As a result, certification for nearly 3,000 programs may be revoked if they fail to comply within 30 days, and another 4,500 schools have been warned.
At the same time, the Department of Homeland Security is auditing immigrant-owned trucking companies in California to verify driver status and commercial license qualifications.
The heightened scrutiny follows a deadly crash in Florida involving a truck driver federal officials say was not authorized to be in the U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the driver made an illegal U-turn that caused a collision killing three people, prompting renewed focus on immigrant drivers and licensing oversight.
Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service will soon begin using body cameras for certain personnel after the City Council approved a $173,000 contract with Axon Enterprises Inc. The agreement runs from Jan. 1, 2026, to Dec. 31, 2028.
Council President Wardine Alexander said the cameras will be issued mainly to fire inspectors and paramedics and will help improve incident documentation.
“This is an enhancement of an investigative process,” Alexander said, noting the cameras can reduce written reports and provide clearer visuals for investigations and insurance reviews.
She referenced the Oct. 31 Cobb Lane fire, saying body-camera footage could have offered a better record during inspections after the large blaze that destroyed historic buildings and displaced residents.
“It gives insurance companies and fire inspectors better ways to investigate — to see how this started, what was the source,” she said.
