TALLAPOOSA CO., AL (WSFA)- Police have released the identities of the seven people arrested earlier this month in connection with a four month long narcotics investigation that spanned four counties.

As part of this investigation, the ABC Statewide Drug Task Force, the Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force, the Tallassee Police Department and the Auburn Police Department all conducted numerous hours of surveillance during a four month investigation leading up to the arrests.

Now, according to the Tallassee Police Department, Amanda Austin, Bobby Coates, Brittany Warren, Corey Breedlove, David Walden, Joseph Fannin, and Robert Faulk were all arrested after search warrants turned up approximately one pound of methamphetamine with an estimated street value of $46,000 and around two pounds of marijuana with a $5,600 street value. 

Police believe additional arrests could be pending in connection with this case.

OPELIKA, AL (WSFA)- The owner of an Opelika home has an unexpected, new carport following an SUV crash Thursday morning.

Authorities responded to an address in the 1200 block of Morris Avenue around 10:30 a.m. where they found a white SUV hanging from the side of the home.

The driver, unidentified, was transported to East Alabama Medical Center with what are said to be minor injuries.

Authorities could not confirm if anyone was inside the home at the time of the crash, though they said there were no additional injuries.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation, but authorities say it appears the man lost control of the SUV after swerving to avoid an animal in the roadway.

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Governor Robert Bentley recently proclaimed May 12-18 as Prevention Week in Alabama, coinciding with the National Prevention Week observance. Sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, NPW is dedicated to increasing awareness of, and action around, substance abuse and mental health issues. It serves to promote prevention efforts, provide education about behavioral health and strengthen community partnerships.

This year's theme, "Your voice. Your choice. Make a difference.," emphasizes that the prevention of substance abuse and promotion of mental health starts with the choices people make in their own lives.

Dr. Maranda Brown, director of the Office of Prevention Services in ADMH’s Division of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services, says, “The Office of Prevention Services is extremely excited to celebrate the 2nd annual NPW observance.