Traffic Tension Turns Violent in Baton-Wielding Road Rage Incident

On September 7, 2026, at approximately 10:27 A.M., Warrington Police responded to the intersection of Street Road and Easton Road for a report of two males fighting.

Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim, who related that he had exited the Creekview Shopping Center and entered the left lane with a flat tire. At that time, a Jeep cut in front of his vehicle. As traffic slowed for the traffic signal, the operator of the Jeep, later identified as 44-year-old Edward John Dotson of Warrington, exited his vehicle while holding an expandable baton.

The victim stated that he feared for his life and believed Dotson may have been armed with a firearm. The victim attempted to get away from Dotson and eventually pulled into a vacant lot. Dotson followed the victim into the lot, exited his Jeep, and approached him while still holding the baton.

Fearing that Dotson was going to attack him, the victim exited his vehicle. Dotson then punched the victim in the face with a closed fist, causing the victim to sustain swelling and a cut to his lip, as well as a cut to his hand. The victim fought back during the confrontation.

A short time later, officers located the Jeep and observed the expandable baton in plain view inside the vehicle.

A warrant was subsequently issued for Dotson’s arrest. On September 8, 2026, officers located Dotson and placed him under arrest. Dotson was processed and arraigned by Judge Galloway, who set bail at $10,000 or 10% cash.

Dotson was unable to post bail and was transported to the Bucks County Correctional Facility.

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