Dothan inmate assaults officer, two health care workers

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DOTHAN, AL (WSFA) - A Dothan inmate has been charged with assault after police say he became violent and injured two health care workers and an officer.

According to the Dothan Police Department, the inmate 25-year-old James Tillman Fox has been charged with three counts of assault second degree. He was transported to the Dothan City Jail with a bond totaling $45,000.

Investigators say, Tillman was transported from the city jail to the Southeast Alabama Medical Center for treatment when the incident occurred. Tillman became violent, assaulted two health care workers and a police officer before being subdued by additional officers. The officer and health care workers received treatment for their injuries.

No other information regarding the incident or Tillman has been made available for release.