Florence, Ala. (WDNews) – UPDATE: Florence Police say human remains have been found in the case of Autumn Paige Strickland, the 24-year-old reported missing on May 18. The discovery has led to an upgraded charge of murder against the suspect, Logan Rogers.
According to authorities, the remains were located Tuesday afternoon at a home in the 2200 block of North Wood Avenue, the same address where Rogers, 28, was arrested earlier that morning on an attempted murder charge. Investigators were executing a search warrant when they made the discovery.
The remains have been sent to a forensic lab for identification. Police believe they may be connected to Autumn’s disappearance but are waiting for official confirmation.
Rogers remains in the Lauderdale County Detention Center and is currently being held without bond, pending an Aniah’s Law hearing.
Officials praised the ongoing efforts of investigators and the public. “We want to again commend our detectives for their tireless work and the community for their continued support,” the department said.
Anyone with additional information is urged to call Florence Police at 256-760-2764, message the department’s Facebook page, or text a tip to 274637 using the keyword FPDTIP.
Authorities are asking for the public’s help in finding 38-year-old Autumn Paige Strickland, who has been reported missing in Florence, Ala.
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Strickland was last seen on May 16, 2025, in the area of North Court Street. She was wearing a black tank top, blue jean shorts, and flip flops at the time.
Police say she may have a condition that could impair her judgment. Strickland is described as being 5’4”, weighing 110 pounds, with green eyes and brown hair.
Anyone with information on her whereabouts is urged to call the Florence Police Department at (256) 760-6610 or dial 911.
