Opelika man arrested in rape investigation
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Opelika police arrested a man in connection to a rape investigation.
The investigation began on Saturday, February 14, 2026, when Opelika police officers responded to the area of Pleasant Circle regarding a report of a possible rape.
Prior to officers’ arrival, the suspect, identified as 19-year-old Mar’Quavious Jamon Miller, had fled the residence on a bicycle.
“Officers secured the scene and collected statements from the juvenile victim’s family members,” police said. A short time later, officers located Miller in the area of S. Long Street and York Avenue.
He was taken into custody and charged with First-Degree Rape.
This case remains under investigation. If you have any information about this incident, please contact the Opelika Police Department Detective Division at (334) 705-5220. Tips can be submitted through our Opelika Police Mobile App.
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