"Protesters Demand Justice for Decatur Man Killed by Police, Civil Rights Lawyer Joins Perkins Family"

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Source: WHNT News 19
"Protesters Demand Justice for Decatur Man Killed by Police, Civil Rights Lawyer Joins Perkins Family"
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Hundreds of protesters gathered in Decatur, Alabama, demanding justice for the death of Stephen Perkins, who was killed in an officer-involved shooting during a vehicle repossession incident. The community has been protesting throughout the week, calling for the arrest of all officers involved and the release of body camera footage. While the protest was mostly peaceful, a few individuals were detained for blocking the streets. Family members and community members vow to continue protesting to prevent the incident from being overlooked.

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