In a significant development regarding a missing person investigation, the Florence Police Department has announced an arrest connected to the case. Autumn Paige Stickland, a 38-year-old woman, was last seen on Saturday, May 17th, as she departed from the Sticklin Hotel located on Court Street at approximately 1:50 AM. At the time of her disappearance, she was dressed in a black tank top, jean shorts, and flip flops. Her absence was officially reported to authorities on Sunday, May 18th.
The police have expressed their appreciation for the community’s involvement, which included valuable tips that aided in advancing the investigation. In the early hours of Tuesday, May 20th, law enforcement apprehended Logan Rogers, a 28-year-old resident of Florence, in the 2200 block of North Wood Avenue. He faces serious charges, including Attempted Murder, and is currently being held at the Lauderdale County Detention Center with a bond set at $1,000,000. Evidence gathered during the investigation suggests that Autumn was deliberately struck by a vehicle, and at that point, her whereabouts remained unknown.
Later that same day, detectives executed a search warrant at the residence where Rogers was arrested. This search led to the discovery of human remains, prompting authorities to upgrade Rogers’ charges to Murder. He is now being held without bond as they await a hearing under Aniah’s Law. The remains have been sent to a forensic laboratory for analysis to confirm the identity, and detectives are currently awaiting results that will determine the next steps in the case. The police department has reiterated their gratitude for the relentless efforts of the detectives involved and the ongoing support from the community during this challenging investigation.
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