Dothan police arrested Cedric Ladon Dawkins after searching two homes in the 600 block of Alabama Avenue.[1] The searches took place on 29 October 2026, when narcotics investigators executed two search warrants at separate residences.[2][3] The department said the investigation showed that Dawkins, 56, of Dothan, was involved in the unlawful possession of firearms and in the possession and distribution of narcotics in the Dothan area.[2][3]

Investigators seized 19 firearms, including handguns and long guns.[2][3] Two of the firearms had been reported stolen.[2][3] Officers also seized 25 grams of cocaine, eight grams of marijuana and more than $7,000 in cash.[2][3]

Dawkins was charged with unlawful possession with intent to distribute and second-degree receiving stolen property.[2][3] He was also charged with second-degree possession of marijuana and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia.[2][3] He was booked into the Houston County Jail.[2][3] Police said the investigation remains open and that additional charges and arrests are possible.[1][3]