DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) – The Dothan Police Department’s VICE and Narcotics Division conducted a large-scale operation this week, executing 10 search warrants over three days as part of ongoing investigations into illegal activities in the city according to release from the Dothan Police Department. The operation resulted in the seizure of drugs, firearms, vehicles, and cash, as well as the arrest of several individuals. More arrests are expected as the investigation continues.
During the operation, which took place on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, officers recovered 15 firearms, three vehicles, 4.5 pounds of marijuana, 15 grams of methamphetamine, 20 grams of crack cocaine, 3 grams of powder cocaine, 12 hydrocodone pills, three morphine pills, and $14,300 in illegal proceeds.
Here’s a breakdown of the operation:
Wednesday, January 15: Officers served a search warrant at a residence in Dothan, seizing 11 firearms and 22 grams of marijuana.
Thursday, January 16: Three search warrants were executed at various locations, resulting in the seizure of three firearms, 14 grams of methamphetamine, two pounds of marijuana, and $13,000 in cash.
Friday, January 17: Six search warrants were served across the city, leading to the recovery of 20 grams of crack cocaine, over four pounds of marijuana, 3 grams of powder cocaine, 12 hydrocodone pills, three morphine pills, one gram of methamphetamine, a shotgun, and $1,300 in cash.
“Through diligent and thorough investigations, investigators have assured these drugs will be off the streets, 15 guns are not being used to commit crimes, and $14,300 cash cannot be used to buy more guns and drugs,” said Dothan Police Chief William E. Benny. “The Dothan Police Department is committed to making the City of Dothan as safe as possible through the enforcement of the laws of the State of Alabama.”
Due to the ongoing nature of the investigations, no additional details have been released. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
