Barricaded subject arrested following standoff at Oakwood Apartments in Opelika
UPDATE (12:02 PM EST on 06/29/2024): Officers have given the all clear regarding a barricaded subject on 4th Ave. The subject is now in custody. The area will be reopened shortly.
Original story: Opelika police are working an active scene at this hour.
The scene is taking place in the 1600 block of Fourth Avenue at Oakwood Apartments. Police confirm there is a barricaded subject.
“For everyone’s safety, there are multiple roads blocked in the immediate area,” police said, “Please do not approach.”
This remains a developing story.
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