Heavy law enforcement presence reported on Lee Road 206 in Salem
A heavy law enforcement presence has been spotted since last night into this morning on several Salem roads due to a search for a robbery suspect.
The presence was spotted in the area of Lee Roads 179, 206, and 205. Residents in the area reported a helicopter flying overhead.
Lee County Sheriff Jay Jones confirms to CNAW two vehicles were stolen in a robbery in Opelika. A pursuit of both vehicles resulted in one suspect in custody and the other fleeing on foot. Shortly after 8:00 A.M. Eastern Time, the second subject was apprehended by deputies on Lee Road 205 in Salem.
K9s were also deployed in search, as well as multiple law enforcement members in the area.
This is a developing story.
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