DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Attorney Dustin Fowler confirmed to WDNews that he will hold a press conference on Thursday to provide details regarding an alleged incident of police brutality involving a Dothan police officer.
A video recorded by a witness early Sunday, which has been widely shared on social media, appears to show a woman, identified as April Michelle Franklin, being struck multiple times while on the ground with an officer on top of her.
Records indicate Franklin was arrested and is facing charges of resisting arrest and aggravated assault on a police officer. The incident reportedly occurred outside the Elks Lodge on East Burdeshaw Street.
Updated Response from the Dothan Police Department.
A statement provided from Lt. Scott Owens. It reads as follows:
“Dothan PD routinely investigates ALL uses of force involving our officers. This incident is currently under investigation by our Internal Affairs Division. The cell phone video only shows one perspective. We would encourage the public to withhold judgement until all evidence has been evaluated and the internal investigation is complete. We ask that anyone who has video or witnessed the incident call our Internal Affairs investigators so we can gather as many facts about the situation as possible. Chief Benny is committed to transparency for the community and due process for the officer involved”.
