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The Dothan Police have arrested Rasheed Walker (24) of Newville, AL for multiple burglaries in Dothan. The burglaries occurred in the 100 block of East Spring Street, 1100 block of Martin Street, 900 block of North Park Avenue, and 800 block of Chinook Street.
Walker is being held on a $60,000 bond. All persons are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
On 11/12/2019, the Dothan Police Department responded to the parking lot of the South East Health in reference to a robbery of a person. The victim was arriving at work when she was confronted by an unknown subject that brandished a firearm and demanded her purse. The case is still developing and multiple investigators are on the scene. We will update when more information is known.
On 11/04/2019, The Dothan Police Department responded to the 1000 block of Greentree Ave. In reference to a robbery/shooting call. When officers arrived, it was determined that there were two people shot. The investigation revealed that a suspect pulled a weapon on the victim and a struggle ensued. The suspect fired a round into the victim’s leg and the victim pulled a weapon and fired two rounds into the suspect. One round went into the shoulder and the other into the leg. Both men received medical treatment and all wounds are considered non-life threating. Arrests are to follow.
Update from a Previous Story
On 10/24/2019 Dothan Police responded to a single vehicle accident near the intersection of W. Powell Street and Edgewood Drive. Officer quickly determined that the driver was suffering from a gunshot wound to his upper body and was transported to a local hospital. The victim is currently listed in critical condition.
The investigation is ongoing. Investigators are conducting searches and interviews throughout the area.
Investigators have arrested and charged two suspects in this crime:
Both suspects were charged with Robbery 1st degree and Attempted Murder and are being held on no bond.
All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
On 10/24/2019, The Dothan Police responded to a person shot in the 1200 block of Greenwood. Officers found Bernard Bryant (25) with a fatal gunshot wound to chest. Investigators are currently working on developments in the case. If you have any information please contact the Dothan Police at 615-3000.
On 10/24/2019, the Dothan Police responded to 600 block of Woodham Road in reference to a person shot. Officers found Rodney Caliste (38) with a fatal gunshot wound to the head. Investigators are currently working developments in the case. This murder is not related to the previous murder on Greenwood. If you have any information contact the Dothan Police at 615-3000.
Update: Dothan Police are still searching for Elmer Gomez in connection with the stabbing of Pablo Guerrero-Moreno on 10/23/2019 in the 2300 block of Kristie Road.
Update: Dothan Police are actively investigating the robbery/shooting that occurred on 10/24/2019 in the 700 block of Walnut.
The Dothan Police would like to ensure the public we are doing everything in our power to solve and close these cases. These cases are not related in anyway and if you have any information please contact the Dothan Police at 615-3000.
On 10/24/2019 Dothan Police responded to a single vehicle accident near the intersection of W. Powell Street and Edgewood Drive. Officer quickly determined that the driver was suffering from a gunshot wound to his upper body and was transported to a local hospital. The victim is currently listed in critical condition.
The investigation is ongoing. Investigators are conducting searches and interviews throughout the area.
Anyone with information on this crime is urged to contact the Dothan Police Department or CrimeStoppers at (334)793-7000. We will stringently protect the identity of anyone that provides information.
On 10/23/2019 Dothan Police responded to an edged weapon assault on Kristie Drive. It was determined that the victim had been stabbed in the upper torso. The victim was transported to a local hospital and underwent emergency surgery due to his injury. He is currently stable but still listed in critical condition.
The investigation revealed that the all parties involved are acquainted and there was no danger to the community.
Investigators have identified the suspect as Elmer Gomez. Gomez was last seen in the Kristie Road area following the assault.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Gomez are urged to contact the Dothan Police Department or CrimeStoppers at (334)793-7000. We will stringently protect the identity of anyone that provides information.
On October 18, 2019, the Dothan Police responded to a medical call at Point South Trailer Park. When officers arrived, they were advised by the victim, which was confined to a wheelchair, that she had been sexually assaulted several times over the past year.
Through the course of the investigation, investigators were able to identify the suspect and an arrest was made in the case.
Steven Hallford (51), 386 E. Saunders Road, was charged with 2 counts of Rape 1st and 4 counts of Sodomy 1st, the bond has yet to be determined.
All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
On October 17, 2019, the Dothan Police Department received a call of persons shot, while attempting to kill a rabid raccoon on Brighton Court. When officers arrived, they found two people shot inside the residence. One person was shot in the leg and the other was shot in the arm.
After an investigation, it was determined that one gunshot wound was self-inflicted in an effort to cover up a domestic violence act. The victim received a non-life threating injury and there was no rabid raccoon at the scene.
Catherine Fernandez (37) was arrested and charged with Domestic Violence 1st Degree and will be held on a $30,000 bond.
All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
On October 10, 2019, The Dothan Police responded to a robbery at 1060 W. Main (Shure Value Foods). It was later determined, through investigation, that the robbery occurred with the help of a store employee. Investigators have arrested two people in connection with the robbery.
Anthony Holston (34), of S. Lena Street, is charged with robbery 1st degree and Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance (cocaine) and is being held with no bond. Also charged, Candice Richards (34), of Baywood Drive, with Conspiracy to Commit Robbery and is being held on a $15,000 bond.
All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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