The Auburn Police Division arrested Opelika resident Keith R. Stephens, 55, on a felony warrant for criminal solicitation to commit murder Wednesday, July 24.
Stephens arrest stems from the investigation of a police report dated July 19, in which he allegedly contacted an acquaintance and enlisted their assistance in locating a third party to kill an ex-family member. That family member currently resides in Opelika.
Auburn detectives determined the allegation was creditable and worked with the Opelika Police Department on the investigation.
As a result, Stephens was taken into custody during an interview at the Auburn Police Division.
He was transported to the Lee County Detention Center where he is currently being held on a $75,000 bond.
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