OPELIKA, Ala. — The Opelika Police Department reported eight DUI arrests, seven theft-related reports and a first-degree robbery between July 24 and Aug. 2, 2026, according to daily media releases from the department.
DUI Arrests
Eight people were arrested for driving under the influence during the reporting period.
| Date | DUI Arrests |
|---|---|
| July 24 | 1 |
| July 25 | 3 |
| July 28 | 1 |
| July 29 | 1 |
| July 30 | 1 |
| July 31 | 1 |
| Total | 8 |
Theft and Fraud Reports
- July 24 — Theft of Property, Second Degree, at H&W Motors, 601 Columbus Parkway
- July 28 — Theft of Property, First Degree, in the 3000 block of Park Court
- July 28 — Identity Theft in the 2900 block of McKinley Drive
- July 28 — Identity Theft in the 2100 block of Heritage Drive
- July 31 — Identity Theft in the 2200 block of Dorsey Street
- Aug. 2 — Theft of Property, Third Degree, in the 500 block of Fox Run Parkway
- Aug. 2 — Theft of Property, First Degree, in the 1000 block of Chandler Avenue
Other Arrests
- July 24 — Two arrests for Assault, First Degree
- July 27 — Certain Persons Forbidden to Possess a Firearm
- July 28 — Possession of a Forged Instrument, First Degree
- Aug. 1 — Fraudulent Use of a Credit/Debit Card
Other Notable Incidents
- Aug. 1 — Robbery, First Degree, in the 900 block of Powledge Avenue
- Aug. 2 — Unlawful Breaking and Entering a Vehicle at Kroger, 2460 Enterprise Drive
By the Numbers
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| DUI arrests | 8 |
| Theft and fraud reports | 7 |
| Other arrests | 5 |
| Other notable incidents | 2 |
| Total reported | 22 |
Anyone with information about these or other crimes can contact CrimeStoppers at 334-215-STOP (7867), toll free at 1-833-AL1-STOP, or online at www.215STOP.com. Tips may be submitted anonymously.
Source: Opelika Police Department
