Opelika police still trying to solve shooting death from 2001 [Video]

OPELIKA, Ala. (WSFA) – Williamson Avenue in Opelika is an industrial space with a gas company, tile shop and more all lining the street. And in 2001, this was the site of a spot called Char-Broil, and Steve Whitlow and his daughter, Tina Whitlow, both worked there as security guards.

“It was a joy to work with him at Char-Broil,” Tina Whitlow said. “He knew everybody by their name, and everybody knew him.”

Her description of the spot is reminiscent of an old school sitcom – a father-daughter duo in a small town working together. Tina Whitlow says it was a happy time until things turned dark quickly.

On Jan. 3, 2001, police were called out to a home on Third Street, not far from Char-Broil. The initial car was for a car accident. When officers got closer, they realized it was something more sinister. Opelika police responded and said …