BREAKING: Second arrest made in Opelika shooting, robbery
Opelika police have made an additional arrest following a robbery turned shooting.
The investigation began after police responded to reports of gunfire in the area of Herndon Street on July 10, 2025, around 10:40 P.M. Upon arrival, officers discovered multiple individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. One of the victims, 20-year-old Deon Monzel Daniel, was pronounced dead at the scene. Two additional victims were transported to area hospitals for treatment.
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Following an initial investigation, police arrested 18-year-old Kentravious Rashaun Lark of Tuskegee, Alabama. Lark has been charged with Murder, Attempted Murder, First-Degree Burglary, and First-Degree Robbery.
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On July 14, 2025, investigators arrested a second suspect, 35-year-old Maturius Maurice Daniel of Pike Road, Alabama, on similar charges stemming from the same incident.
According to police, the preliminary investigation indicates that Deon Daniel, Lark, and Maturius Daniel were involved in an attempted robbery at a residence on Herndon Street. During the attempted burglary, gunfire was exchanged between the suspects and the resident, resulting in Deon Daniel’s death.
The case remains under investigation. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the Opelika Police Department’s Detective Division at (334) 705-5220 or the Secret Witness Hotline at (334) 745-8665. Tips can also be submitted anonymously via the Opelika Police Mobile App.
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