OPD: Police investigating shooting in Opelika; road closed
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An Opelika teen is in the hospital after being shot in a vehicle on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. At approximately 7:17 p.m., Officers responded to a report of a shooting in the area of South Long Street and Alabama Ave. Responding officers located a 17-year-old with a gunshot wound to the leg in the backseat of a vehicle. The victim was transported to Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown for treatment. Witnesses stated a dark colored passenger car drove past and fired several shots at the vehicle before speeding off, according to police. This case remains under investigation. If you have any information, please contact the Opelika Police Department Detective Division at (334) 705-5220 or the Secret Witness Hotline at (334) 745-8665. Tips can also be submitted via the Opelika Police Mobile App. You may choose to remain anonymous.
The Opelika Police Department is investigating a shooting Wednesday evening in the area of South Long Street near Alabama Avenue.
At approximately 7:12 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, viewers reported hearing gunshots in the area.
According to the Opelika Police Department, there is a heavy police presence in the area as officers investigate the incident.
South Long Street is currently closed between Frederick Road and Alabama Avenue. Police are asking motorists to avoid the area until officers clear the scene.
Additional details, including whether anyone was injured, have not been released.
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