Authorities identified 27-year-old Rickie Temmis as the victim in a Dothan homicide after his body was found in a yard. Police are investigating.
DOTHAN, ALABAMA — Authorities have identified the victim in a homicide investigation after a man’s body was discovered in a residential yard Saturday morning in Dothan.
What happened
According to officials, the victim has been identified as 27-year-old Rickie Temmis of Dothan. The shooting is believed to have occurred around 10:30 p.m. on Friday, April 17.
Police say the victim’s body was found the following morning in a yard near the intersection of Owens Street and Mauldin Drive, located in the Cloverdale subdivision.
Scene details
Early reports indicate that investigators located approximately 10 shell casings along Owens Street, suggesting the shooting may have occurred in or near the roadway before the victim was found nearby.
Law enforcement secured the area as they processed the scene and collected evidence.
Police response
Dothan Police responded to the discovery and quickly launched a homicide investigation. Officers canvassed the neighborhood and began gathering witness statements and any available surveillance footage.
Authorities have confirmed the case is being treated as a murder.
Victim information
Rickie Temmis, 27, was pronounced dead at the scene. Officials have not released further details about his background.
Suspect status
At this time, no suspect information has been released, and it remains unclear whether police have identified a person of interest.
Community impact
The discovery has raised concern among residents in the Cloverdale area, as investigators continue to work in the neighborhood and maintain a visible presence.
Official statement
Officials say the investigation remains active and ongoing, with more details expected as evidence is reviewed.
Closing
Police are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward as they continue efforts to determine what led to the death of Rickie Temmis.