"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.
- Hundreds gather for protest following officer-involved shooting that claimed life of Decatur man WHNT News 19
- Police did not give Black Alabama homeowner time to respond before killing him, attorney says The Associated Press
- Protesters march through downtown Decatur WAFF
- Perkins family retains civil rights lawyer, man whose jaw was broken by DPD speaks out The Decatur Daily
- Perkins family attorney arrives in Decatur for meeting with the Morgan County District Attorney WAAY
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