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Opelika stabbing leaves 1 injured, 1 arrested
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Key takeaways
- Victor Hughley, 56, arrested and charged with attempted murder after stabbing on Byrd Avenue.
- Victim suffered multiple stab wounds and was transported to EAMC; condition unknown.
Opelika police are investigating a stabbing which left one person injured and one arrested.
The stabbing occurred in the 200 block of Byrd Avenue on January 21, 2025, at 3:34 P.M.
One victim was found suffering from multiple stab wounds.
The offender, 56-year-old Victor Hughley, was located on scene and immediately detained.
The victim was transported to EAMC for treatment. Their condition is unknown at this time. After investigation, Hughley was arrested and charged with attempted murder.
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