Auburn Opelika Safety Watch

Major progress in March 2 Shelton Mill Road shooting: Auburn police arrested Elijah Paul Wilson, 38, and Jordan Levi Blalock, 34, on March 17 for...

Stay safe on Auburn's multi-use paths shared by walkers, runners, and cyclists:

• Keep to the right, pass on the left, and watch for others.
• No cars...

Key progress in Auburn murder investigation: A judge found probable cause for second-degree murder and first-degree manslaughter charges against a suspect during his first appearance hearing. Community stays alert as case moves forward.

Swift sheriff response reassures: Phenix City man caught two days after hitting two storage units on Lee Road 246.

• $2,100 non-profit property...

Testimonies from day two of Ibraheem Yazeed's capital murder trial reveal key evidence and suspicious behavior the day after Aniah's 2019...

Lee County Drug Offender Docket

• 🔥 New Quarterly Felony Docket: Lee County leaders announced a collaborative initiative with a new quarterly...

Key move for Auburn-Opelika safety: New quarterly felony drug docket brings offenders before court regularly, with monthly random screenings, linking...

Trial underway in Tuskegee for Ibraheem Yazeed, accused of 2019 kidnapping and killing Aniah Blanchard while on bond for violent crimes—sparking...

Key safety upgrades effective Oct 1, 2026:

• DUI deaths now match/exceed injury penalties: Prior Class C (up to 10 yrs) vs. Class B (20 yrs) fixed;...

Immediate safety alert for Smiths Station: Suspect broke drive-thru window at U Save It Pharmacy (2000 block Lee Road 430) at 5:30 a.m. March 7.

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Campus safety alert: Auburn PD investigating unattended death of student found unresponsive at Sigma Alpha Epsilon house on March 7, 2026—pronounced...

Opelika fire crews swiftly extinguished a fire at a business in the 3600 block of Pepperell Parkway Saturday morning around 9:46 a.m. Light smoke was reported, but no injuries occurred thanks to quick response.

Swift police action protected a child in a cross-state chase:

• Officers responded quickly to a domestic assault on Andrews Road at 12:20 p.m. CST...

Trial update: Day 4 wrapped Thursday after questioning fourth panel on death penalty views—several opposed but affirmed they could follow law.

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Busting a common myth: The roadside handheld breath test establishes probable cause for arrest only, not guilt—it's too unreliable for court.

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Traffic Disruptions

• 🔥 Tanker Overturn on I-85: A tanker truck overturned on I-85 northbound at Exit 58 in Opelika, closing the right lane with...

Multi-agency response underway for overturned 18-wheeler/tanker under Exit 58 overpass in Opelika.

• Incident details: Crash ~4:20pm Wed Mar 4 on I-85...

Urgent alert for Auburn residents near 901 Center Street:

• Crash details: Motor vehicle incident downed utility poles/lines; all lanes closed.
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Act fast! Opelika Police Department's Citizens Police Academy Spring 2026 registration deadline is Monday, March 9, 2026—perfect chance to learn local law enforcement operations and boost personal safety knowledge.

• Quick response: Officers caught suspects fleeing The Austin Apartments (3000 Ballfields Loop) in burgundy car, tracked to Dale Ave complex.
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