Dothan, Ala. (WDNews) — A 46-year-old Ashford man is facing a felony charge after police say he forced another driver off the road and assaulted the victim.
According to the Dothan Police Department, the incident happened on April 23, 2026, along Cottonwood Road near Saunders Road. An individual reported being forced off the roadway while traveling southbound after hearing the sound of screeching tires.
Police said the victim noticed a silver truck following closely behind and later recognized the driver as Jason Allen Waddell of Ashford.
Investigators said Waddell used his vehicle to force the victim’s car off the road, causing it to crash near a nearby church. Authorities said Waddell then entered the victim’s vehicle and began physically assaulting them before the victim was able to escape.
According to investigators, witnesses indicated Waddell may have believed another person was inside the vehicle at the time. Police said the vehicle involved belonged to someone else and was being driven by the victim.
Waddell was arrested and charged with first-degree assault, a Class B felony. He is currently being held without bond at the Houston County Jail. Officials say additional charges could be filed as the investigation continues.
