Opelika police make arrest in burglary of residence
Opelika police have arrested a man involved in a burglary and stolen credit cards case.
The investigation began on December 15, 2024, at approximately 8:51 a.m., when Opelika Police responded to a report of a burglary at a residence in the 100 Block of Gray Street.
“Upon arrival, officers discovered a broken window at the rear of the residence and the homeowners reported that one of their credit cards had just been used at Walmart, located at 2900 Pepperell Parkway”, police said.
Additional units were dispatched to Walmart, where security footage revealed a white male attempting to use the stolen credit card for multiple purchases.
Through further investigation, Braden Scott Boner, 21, from Cullman, AL, was identified as the suspect.
On December 16, 2024, Boner was located and arrested on charges of Burglary, Third Degree; Theft of Property, First Degree; and Possession of Burglary Tools.
The Opelika Police Department is seeking any additional information regarding this incident. 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 through the Opelika Police Mobile App, and anonymity is an option.
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