In the middle of east central Alabama lies what was once one of Alabama's best kept secrets. Lake Martin, a man made lake supported by Martin Dam, is fed by the Tallapoosa River and surrounding creeks. The lake consists of 40,000 acres and has a shoreline that reaches over 800 miles.
Set among Lake Martin’s nearly 900 miles of shoreline surrounding over 40,000 acres of pristine water is Russell Lands a community comprised of more than a dozen luxury waterfront neighborhoods, four lakefront marinas, over 100 miles of nature trails, world-class golf, amphitheater, and a town center.
Gun believed tied to Alex City double homicide found Double murder suspect Ashley Paul Kenney was taken into custody Friday after a manhunt that lasted several days. The apparent murder weapon has since been found in a wooded area. (Source: Tallapoosa County Narcotics Drug Task Force) By WSFA Staff | December 10, 2020 at 3:01 PM CST - Updated December 10 at 3:07 PM
TALLAPOOSA COUNTY, Ala. (WSFA) - Investigators say they’ve finally found the gun they believe was used in an Alex City double homicide.
The weapon, a 9mm handgun, was allegedly used to kill 40-year-old Stephanie Nicole Motes and her 18-year-old son, Cody Lane Motes, back on Nov. 30