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Heavy police presence reported in Opelika neighborhood
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Key takeaways
- Opelika police cleared the area after determining a false 'swatting' call triggered the heavy police presence Saturday night.
- Investigation into the false report continues; residents were asked to avoid Village Drive near Fox Run Parkway.
UPDATE: Opelika police say the area is now clear. The initial investigation indicates a false “swatting” call and the immediate situation has been resolved. The investigation into the false report is ongoing.
A heavy police presence is underway in an Opelika neighborhood Saturday night.
The presence is happening in the area of Village Drive off of Fox Run Parkway in Opelika.
Police ask that all residents and motorists please avoid the area until further notice.
For your safety and to allow their officers to work efficiently, do not approach the scene.
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