Florence police search for suspect near campus

The Florence Police Department is urging students and community members to be on the lookout for a male suspect wanted for domestic violence.

The African American male, last seen near Tuscaloosa and Cedar Streets, is 5’11”, wearing all black with a black sweatshirt and has many tattoos, according to an email sent out by university officials.

Police officers searched the area around Tuscaloosa and Cedar, as well as employed a canine search, until the search was discontinued at approximately 10:30 a.m., according to the email.

Officials are asking students and community members to notify either the Florence or the UNA PD if they see anything suspicious. The UNA PD can be reached at 256-765-4357.

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