Fire Marshall shutters Anniston Motel

The state Fire Marshal's Office has forced the closure of the Vann Thomas Motel in Anniston, according to the owner’s son.

That means the registered sex offenders who had lived there are now scattered across the area, according to Calhoun County Sheriff Larry Amerson.  All of the motels residents have moved out, with many of the residents saying they are now homeless.  Some even saying they will be forced to live in their cars.  As for the sex offenders, Despite being homeless, Amerson said they will have to report weekly on their wherebouts as to where they are staying.  The fire marshall closed the motel stating the

Structure failed to meet fire codes.