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Roger Lamar Motley

Case from Opelika, AL dated Oct 04, 1993

Victim Details

Roger Lamar Motley

Male

White / Caucasian

Opelika

AL

1993-10-04

38

Roger

Lamar Motley

07/04/2026

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In the busy parking lot of an Opelika, Alabama Walmart on October 4, 1993, the life of 38-year-old Opelika Police Sergeant Roger Lamar Motley was tragically cut short. A concerned citizen had flagged down the veteran officer, pointing out a car where a child appeared to be in distress, reportedly mouthing the words 'help me.' Ever the dedicated public servant, Motley approached the vehicle to investigate the welfare of the child. Inside were George Sibley, Jr. and a young boy.

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  • SGT Roger Lamar Motley Jr. (1955-1993) - Find a Grave Memorial
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