Alabaster Police investigating incident along Highway 31

ALABAST, Ala. (WBRC) – Drivers getting off the highway in Alabaster early Sunday morning were met with a heavy police presence.

The Shell gas station on Highway 31, right next to the Whataburger, was cordoned off with caution tape.

“An investigation is ongoing,” Detective Andrew Rowan told the WBRC 6 News team.

WBRC saw several Alabaster police officers, police cars and a fire truck at the gas station.

While Alabaster Police are investigating, they stated they could not release any more information at this time.

However, police wanted to reassure residents that there is currently no active threat.

“There is no danger to the public,” Rowan confirmed.

As WBRC can confirm more information, this story will be updated.

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