CRIME & SAFETY
“Stand your ground” hearing waived for Dothan woman.
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) —A Dothan woman accused of killing a man almost six years ago has withdrawn her self-defense hearing. On Wednesday, Nafeesah Thomas was supposed to appear in the Houston County courtroom for a “stand your ground” hearing. Just minutes before her hearing, it was revealed...
Bond reduced for man accused of killing roommate over Pop-Tart
OZARK, Ala (WDHN) — An Ozark man accused of hitting his roommate with a pipe after a “heated” argument has received a $20,000 bond reduction. In early April, 59-year-old Daryl Miley was arrested and charged with one count of manslaughter after Ozark Police Investigators claimed he hit 63-year-old Billy Joe Maynard with a metal pipe, eventually causing his death.
Three Coffee Co. businesses raided in illegal gambling bust
COFFEE COUNTY, Ala (WDHN) — An investigation into illegal gambling in Coffee County led to several raids and thousands of dollars worth of equipment being confiscated this week, authorities announced Thursday. On Wednesday, May 8, investigators with the Enterprise Police Department and Coffee County Sheriff’s Office raided three businesses:...
Former Dothan Fire Medic arrested once again on theft charges
HOUSTON COUNTY, Ala (WDHN) — A former Dothan Fire Medic facing theft and computer tampering charges from two separate arrests was arrested again this week. On Wednesday, Houston County Sheriff’s deputies arrested and charged Jesse Taylor with four counts of theft. Last year, Taylor pleaded guilty to stealing...
Truck jumps railroad tracks to avoid oncoming car
LEVEL PLAINS, Ala (WDHN) — A driver had a close call Thursday morning after going airborne over train tracks in Level Plains to avoid a head-on crash. According to Level Plains Police, the man swerved off County Road 445 to avoid another vehicle entering his lane. A Level Plains...
ABC’s special investigation into McCraney murder case airing on WDHN tonight
DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN) — Tonight, Friday, May 10, WDHN will air a special edition of ABC’s investigative true crime series 20/20, following one of the most prolific and talked about murder cases in the Wiregrass. “Forever 17” will air on channel 18 at 9:00 p.m. eastern/8:00 p.m. central....
Alabama Sheriffs Rodeo prepared for severe weather
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — The Alabama Sheriff’s Rodeo in south Dothan is hoping the rain stays away from the fairgrounds on the first day of the three-day rodeo. It’s the first day of the three-day rodeo. All 67 sheriffs from each county will be represented with all...
Man shoots roommate after argument, police say
DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN) — An arrest has been made in a Wednesday morning shooting near downtown Dothan. According to Dothan Police spokesperson Lt. Scott Owens, 45-year-old Kenneth Craddock was arrested and charged with assault in the first degree. He was booked into the Houston County Jail on a $30,000 bond.
Geneva Co. Commissioner files lawsuit against former state Congressman alleges verbal and physical assault
GENEVA COUNTY, Ala. (WDHN) — In January, Geneva County Commissioner Weston Spivey claims the former Alabama Congressman Riley Seibenhener verbally and physically attacked him. Attorney for Spivey, David Harrison, says if the allegations are true it would amount to adult bullying. “We have brought a civil action for assault and battery,” Harrison said. “We tried […]
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