Large law enforcement presence underway at Morgan Ave. and S Long St. in Opelika, police say
UPDATE – 9:05 AM 4/2/22 – the Opelika Police Department, along with the Auburn Police Department, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, the Lee County SWAT Team, the Lee County District Attorney’s Office, and the Aviation Unit of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), executed a search warrant on a residence on Morgan Avenue, off of South Long Street on April 2nd at approximately 12:30 AM. During the search, officers seized narcotics, firearms, gambling devices, and money. “Several suspects were arrestedand more information will be released early next week,” police said. “The Opelika Police Department would like to thank all of the agencies involved for their assistance in safely executing these warrants.”
ORIGINAL STORY: Opelika Police sent out a notification through their app shortly after midnight due to a large law enforcement presence, including a police helicopter, in the area of Morgan Avenue and South Long Street.
“There is NO threat to public safety,” the message said. “Law enforcement will remain in the area for the next several hours so the public is encouraged to plan alternate routes.”
No other details have been confirmed.
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