DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) – Multiple Dothan Police units reportedly responded to a standoff in the 400 block of Cottonwood Road on Wednesday involving a person described in reports as possibly mentally disturbed.
According to authorities, Dothan Preparatory Academy and Southside Baptist Church daycare were placed on a soft lockdown as a precaution during the incident.
The individual was allegedly taken into custody following negotiations, and officials said the situation is now under control. Police are expected to remain on the scene for a short time.
As of 12:09 p.m., reports say the Dothan Police Bomb Unit was called in to search the property for any potential devices.
