Mugshots of the Day 07-09-2025

All persons are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Woman Charged with Aggravated Child Abuse; Child in Serious Condition

(DOTHAN, Ala.)  On July 9, 2025, at about 1:30 am, Dothan Police Officers were notified by a local hospital that a child under the age of 5 was being prepared for surgery with suspicious injuries.  The healthcare worker informed officers that the child had bruises over most of their body and significant bruising on the child’s face.  Initially, the suspect identified as Selena Cheyanna Smith (24) of Dothan, claimed the child was running around the residence on Jimmie Lane, fell, and struck the side of their head on a table.  The injuries, according to healthcare workers and investigators, did not match the story given.  An investigation was launched to determine the circumstances.

Shortly after the investigation began, Smith admitted to causing the injuries.  According to investigators, Smith was attempting to discipline the child, grew frustrated, and threw the child to the ground where the child struck their head on the floor.  The incident caused the child’s brain to swell from the blunt trauma, which was life-threatening.  The child has since been transferred to a different hospital for further treatment.  The child is listed in serious but stable condition.  Smith has been charged with one count of Aggravated Child Abuse in Dale County.  Smith was transported to the Dale County Jail and being held without bond.

-Chief William E. Benny

 

Selena Cheyanna Smith (24) of Dothan- Aggravated Child Abuse, No bond

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Most Wanted of June 2025

1.) David Lashaun Flowers (45 years old)- Sex Offender Violation

Black Male- 6 foot 8 inches tall, 180 lbs, Black hair and brown eyes

 

On June 1, 2025, Flowers, who is required to register with the Dothan Police Department as required after a sex conviction, failed to register for the month of May as required by law.  Flowers’ location is currently unknown but last known to live in the area of Justice Court in Dothan.  Flowers is wanted for violation of the Alabama Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act, which is a Class C felony.

 

2.) Timothy Garrett Wells (33 years old)- Theft of Lost Property 3rd Degree

White Male- 6 foot 2 inches tall, 275 lbs., Black Hair and black eyes

 

On May 11, 2025, Wells sold a cell phone, valued at $700, to an Ecoatm at a retail store in the 2100 block of South Oates Street.  Wells was captured on video selling the item, which was left in a Lyft Ride service vehicle.  Wells’ location is unknown but was last living in Interlachan, Florida.  Wells is charged with Theft of Lost Property 3rd degree, which is a Class D Felony.

 

3.) Charles Tyrone Thomas (38 years old)- Domestic Violence 3rd Degree (Felony)

Black Female 5 foot 8 inches tall, 182 lbs., black hair and brown eyes

 

On May 26, 2025, Thomas grabbed the victim by the throat and shoved the victim during an argument.  Thomas has two previous convictions for Domestic Violence 3rd, which means this charge upgrades to a felony.  Thomas’ last known address was on Parker Street in Dothan.  Thomas has been charged with Domestic Violence 3rd degree, which is a Class C felony.

 

4.) Adrian Javarie Harris (19 years old)- Burglary 3rd Degree

Black Male 6 foot 0 inches tall, 173 lbs., black hair and brown eyes

 

On June 24, 2025, Harris unlawfully entered a residence in the 300 block of Webb Road by climbing through a window with the intent to steal items from the residence.  Harris stole various items from the home.  It was reported this may not be the only burglary committed by Harris.  Harris was last living on Sycamore Street in Dothan.  Harris has been charged with Burglary 3rd degree, which is a Class C felony.

 

 

5.) Justin Bryon Stroud (29 years old)- Assault 2nd degree

Black male 5 foot 7 inches tall, 153 lbs., black hair and brown eyes

 

On June 16, 2025, Stroud was involved in a verbal altercation with the victim.  During the argument, Stroud picked the victim up and threw them to the ground, which caused serious injuries to the victim’s leg.  While on the ground, Stroud then kicked the victim in the face resulting in broken bones.  Stroud’s last known address was on West Lafayette Street in Dothan.  Stroud was charged with Assault 2nd degree, which is a Class C felony.

Teen Defends Family Member from Domestic Violence: Shoots Offender

(DOTHAN, Ala.)

On June 30, 2025, just after 5:00 am, Dothan Police responded to reports of a person shot at an apartment in the 700 block of Alabama Avenue.  When officers arrived, they started life-saving measures on the male with a gunshot wound.  After a short period, it was determined the person who was shot was deceased.  The person was identified as Johnny Oliver (28) of Dothan.   A homicide investigation immediately began to determine the circumstances of the shooting.

During the investigation, it was revealed that Oliver was engaged in an assault on a person inside the apartment just prior to the shooting.  As Oliver continued to assault a female in the apartment, the firearm, brought by Oliver, was obtained by a juvenile under the age of 18.  After several demands by the juvenile to stop the assault, the juvenile fired a single round that struck Oliver in the upper torso.  The explanation of the shooting was corroborated by both witnesses on scene as well as video surveillance.

After consultation with the Houston/Henry County District Attorney, Russ Goodman, the case will be forwarded to his office for review.  Criminal charges are not expected at this time.  The belief among investigators and the District Attorney’s Office was that the juvenile was acting in defense of a person, which is a legal defense allowed by law.  The case will remain open until a final decision is made by the District Attorney’s Office.

 

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Narcotics Operations Takes More Drugs, Including Fentanyl, Off the Streets

On June 24, 2025, the Dothan Police Department Narcotics Division with the assistance of the Special Response Team executed a search warrant at a residence in the 700 block of West Newton Street.  This search warrant was granted due to an ongoing investigation into those possessing, distributing, and selling dangerous, illegal narcotics on the streets of the City of Dothan.  During the search, investigators seized approximately 17 grams of Fentanyl laced pills, 22 grams of cocaine, 53 grams of methamphetamine and MDMA (Ecstasy), 1 ounce of marijuana, 1.5 ounces of an unknown substance, and various other items used for the distribution, abuse, and sale of narcotics.  Investigators also seized three firearms, a stolen vehicle, and about $1,000 cash.  One of the firearms was also reported stolen.

Javon Antonio James (33) of Dothan was arrested and charged with Trafficking in Fentanyl, Trafficking in Methamphetamine, Unlawful Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana 1st degree, and Receiving Stolen Property 2nd degree (firearm).  More charges are possible for James.  All narcotics will be analyzed by the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences.

This seizure further demonstrates the Dothan Police Department’s commitment to getting these dangerous drugs off our streets.  Those who are selling, possessing, or distributing these dangerous drugs will be held accountable to the fullest extent allowed by law.

-Chief William E. Benny

Guns and Narcotics seized during operation
Javon Antonio James (33) of Dothan- Trafficking-Fentanyl, Trafficking-Methamphetamine, Possession with Intent to Distribute Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana 1st degree, and Receiving Stolen Property 2nd Degree.
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