Search canceled for missing Opelika man last seen July 1
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- Search canceled after Jacob Tatum, 24, missing since July 1, was found deceased.
- Opelika man last seen July 1 driving brown Nissan Altima; authorities investigating circumstances.
UPDATE: Search canceled. Mr. Tatum found deceased.
Family members and authorities are searching for a missing Opelika man who was last seen on July 1, 2026.
Jacob Tatum, 24, was last seen at approximately 7:30 a.m. at 7055 Lee Road 146 in Opelika.
Authorities say he may be driving a brown Nissan Altima.
Tatum is described as 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighing about 185 pounds, with brown hair, brown eyes, and a beard. He was last seen wearing tan cargo shorts, a bluish teal shirt, and red Nike high top and shoes.
Anyone with information about Jacob Tatum’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Lee County Sheriff’s Office immediately.
In a statement to CNAW2NEWS, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office said, “We are aware of the post and are in contact with the family.”
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