On February 17, 2022, Dothan Police Officers were working the scene of a recovered stolen vehicle in the 2800 block of Montgomery Highway. A vehicle that was unrelated to the stolen vehicle drove through the crime scene, struck a Dothan Patrol vehicle and continued towards the Officers.
Officers gave commands for the driver to stop, which were not acknowledged. To avoid being struck by the vehicle a Dothan Police Officer fired at the suspect. After shots were fired, the vehicle continued south on Montgomery Highway, struck the stolen vehicle, and traveled down an embankment coming to rest near a building.
Dothan Officers gave emergency medical aid to the driver immediately after the incident. The driver was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
In accordance with policy a request was made to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency State Bureau of Investigations to respond to the scene and conduct an investigation. Any further questions should be directed to the State Bureau of Investigations.
William E. Benny
Chief of Police