Opelika Police search for alleged Wal-Mart thief

Opelika Police said they are seeking the identity of a man accused of the Jan. 9 theft at the Wal-Mart business at 2900 Pepperell Parkway.

Authorities have been searching for the black male suspect every since they were notified on Jan. 12 about the incident, which police described as fraudulent use of a debit or credit card and theft of property.

Officials released a still shot from store surveillance video this morning hoping that someone will be able to identify the man, who was last seen wearing a navy blue Auburn University pullover sweatshirt and a navy blue hat with “AU” on the front.

Police would like anyone who recognizes the alleged thief to call the Opelika Police Department Investigative Services Division at 334-705-5220 or the Secret Witness Hotline at 334-745-8665.

This story was originally published March 3, 2016 at 10:19 AM with the headline "Opelika Police search for alleged Wal-Mart thief."