Two men were taken into custody and a third remains at large following a foot pursuit that began after a traffic stop Saturday night in Jackson County, according to authorities.
The incident started around 7:06 p.m. Saturday when troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol conducted a traffic stop on Highway 73 North. During the stop, three Hispanic males reportedly fled the scene on foot, prompting troopers to request assistance.
Deputies with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, along with the agency’s K9 Tracking Team and Aviation Unit, responded to assist in the search. Authorities said all three individuals are believed to have ICE detainers and are expected to face local charges.
During the search, the K9 Tracking Team — working in coordination with an FHP drone team — located and apprehended Luis Gonzalo Sanabria Canas, born July 5, 1990. He was taken into custody without incident.
A short time later, deputies located and arrested a second suspect, identified as Sergio Valdemar Quijada Mejia, born Nov. 14, 1994.
The third individual, Angel Isaac Sanabria Canas, born May 18, 2002, was not located and is believed to remain in a wooded area near where the pursuit began, authorities said.
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office stated it continues to assist the Florida Highway Patrol as the investigation remains active. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the remaining suspect is urged to contact the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office.
Officials say additional updates will be released as more information becomes available.
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A huge thank you goes out to the Houston County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) for spending time with students during the semester wrap-up for the Forensic Science class at Wicksburg High School.
Investigators with HCSO set up multiple hands-on crime-scene scenarios, allowing students to work through real-world situations and apply what they’ve learned in the classroom. The interactive experience gave students valuable insight into how evidence is analyzed and how cases are solved beyond textbooks.
In addition to the investigative scenarios, deputies demonstrated K-9 handling and drone operations, showcasing the many different roles and tools law enforcement uses in modern investigations. Students also learned about the wide range of career paths available within criminal justice and forensic work.
Wicksburg High School staff and students expressed their appreciation to HCSO for taking the time to invest in education and inspire the next generation.
Thank you, Houston County Sheriff’s Office, for supporting our students and making learning come alive.
On December 16, 2025, at approximately 6:40 p.m., officers with the Eufaula Police Department responded to a reported shooting at the Bluff Park Apartments complex.
According to investigators, three individuals knocked on the door of an apartment. When the door was opened, the suspects began firing more than 30 rounds into the residence. Three individuals inside the apartment were struck by gunfire. Two victims sustained severe injuries, while a third suffered minor injuries. Other occupants of the apartment, including children, were not injured.
The suspects fled the scene in a gray Dodge Charger. The driver of the vehicle has been identified as Makalya Henderson, 23, who has since been arrested in connection with the incident.
Two additional suspects, Rayji Ajerrion Davis, 22, and Lagarrius Blount, 18, have been identified and remain at large. Both are considered armed and dangerous.
A third suspect was arrested today; however, due to the suspect’s age, their name will not be released.
This remains an active investigation. Anyone with information regarding this incident or any other criminal activity is urged to contact the Eufaula Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 334-687-1200, or submit tips anonymously through the tip line at 334-687-7100.
DOTHAN: 12:26 PM Dothan 911 dispatched Dothan Fire Engine Company 9, Pilcher Ambulance and Dothan Police to a motor vehicle accident with injuries, 3823 Ross Clark Circle. The accident was in the median in front of Jim Skinner Honda.
The vehicles, a Chevrolet or GMC pickup and a Ford F-150 with heavy damage.
12:53 PM Dothan Fire Engine Company 9 ( Technology Drive ) reported one patient was being transported by Pilcher Ambulance, non emergency, to a Dothan hospital.
Dothan Police in charge of accident investigation.
A multi-million-dollar legal dispute is unfolding in Alabama over how revenue from online sales taxes is divided between cities and counties.
At the center of the conflict is the Simplified Seller’s Use Tax (SSUT), an 8% tax applied to online purchases. Under the current state formula, that tax revenue is split between cities and counties — but several city leaders argue the distribution is unfair and no longer reflects modern shopping habits.
Dothan Mayor Mark Saliba says cities are losing out.
“That’s the money that we really have to have,” Saliba said.
Under traditional in-store sales, cities like Dothan receive a 4% local sales tax when purchases are made within city limits. However, for online purchases under the SSUT, cities receive only 2%, with the remaining portion going to counties.
Saliba says the difference has a real impact on city services.
“It’s hurting people who are in our school systems. They’re losing out on revenue. It’s hurting the cities,” Saliba said. “We’re living differently. We’re shopping differently. Everybody buys things online, and that’s not going to change.”
The dispute has escalated into a legal battle, with cities and counties taking opposing sides over how the tax should be divided moving forward. Saliba believes the issue could be resolved without prolonged litigation if compromise is reached.
“If you know me, I’m always looking for that middle ground and that compromise and collaborating with anybody,” Saliba said. “And so I am open to continue to do that.”
Despite that openness, Saliba maintains that Dothan is not receiving what he considers its fair share of online sales tax revenue — money the city depends on to continue operations and services.
The State of Alabama has asked the court to dismiss the lawsuit. A ruling on the case is expected in January.
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