HENRY COUNTY, Ala (WDNews) On the night of August 25th, at approximately 9:55 p.m., the Henry County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of gunfire in the 300 block of County Road 225 in the Bethlehem Community. As deputies arrived on the scene, they encountered a tense situation, hearing multiple gunshots. Acting swiftly, they secured the area and began assessing the situation.
Deputies discovered a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the hip/waist area. The officers immediately rendered aid, stabilizing the victim before transporting him to EMS responders on US Highway 431.
The Henry County Task Force quickly launched an investigation, leading to the arrests of three individuals:
– Zydarrias Tyshaun Miller, 20, of Dothan, was charged with Shooting into an Occupied Dwelling, with bonds set at $50,000. Miller also faced four additional warrants from Henry County for Failure to Appear on Traffic Violations.
– Cordaryl Raysean Sewell, 31, of Abbeville, was charged with Shooting into an Occupied Vehicle, with bonds totaling $50,000.
– Sherman Peterman Jr., 53, of Abbeville, was charged with Receiving Stolen Property II (firearm) and Attempting to Elude, with bonds set at $5,000.
Sheriff Eric Blankenship emphasized that gun violence in Henry County will not be tolerated. He expressed his gratitude to the Abbeville Police Department and rescue squads from Abbeville and Headland for their assistance. Sheriff Blankenship also commended the responding officers for their prompt actions in securing the scene and providing life-saving care to the victim.
The investigation remains ongoing. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the Henry County Sheriff’s Office at 334-585-3131.
