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A 31-year-old USPS letter carrier, Dequavious Graves, was fatally shot while delivering mail on Feb. 12 in Decatur, GA (2700 block of Oxford Drive near Flat Shoals Road). Federal investigators have issued a $250,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction; motive and suspects have not been released. Tips can be submitted to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.
Back 40 Junction, a beloved buffet-style restaurant in Decatur with over 50 years of history, is closing its doors due to owner John Ferrise's health concerns, with New Year's Eve being the last day to dine there.
Three police officers in Decatur, Alabama, have been fired and one has been suspended in connection to the fatal shooting of a Black man, Steve Perkins, during a dispute with a tow truck driver. The officers violated departmental policies, according to the police chief. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is conducting a review, and the findings will be handed over to the local district attorney and grand jury for potential criminal charges. The Perkins family, while considering the dismissals a step in the right direction, is calling for further action and prosecution of the officers involved. The shooting has sparked regular protests in the city, with demands for answers and justice.
Three police officers in Decatur, Alabama have been fired and a fourth suspended after fatally shooting a man while his truck was being repossessed. The officers fired at Steve Perkins outside his home, with video footage showing them yelling at him before shooting. The officers' termination was announced by the city's mayor, who also expressed the need to ensure the tragedy is not forgotten. The police claim that Perkins emerged with a handgun, but his family disputes this, stating it appeared to be an ambush. The incident is now under criminal investigation, and a review of police policies will be conducted.
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.
Decatur Mayor Tab Bowling and Police Chief Todd Pinion are urging protesters to remain peaceful following an officer-involved shooting. They expressed concern over comments made by civil rights lawyer Lee Merritt during a vigil, where he encouraged residents to engage in destructive behavior. Both officials emphasized their support for peaceful protests and the importance of maintaining peace in the city. Despite Merritt's remarks, the vigil and previous protests in Decatur have been peaceful.
Several employees were injured in an explosion at an Archer Daniels Midland facility in Decatur, Illinois. The cause of the explosion is unknown, and the company has contacted the Decatur Fire Department for further investigation. The incident sent a tower of smoke into the air, and the injured employees were transported to a hospital.
An explosion occurred at the Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) complex in Decatur, Illinois, resulting in several employees being injured and transported to the hospital. The cause of the explosion is currently unknown, and the Decatur Fire Department is on the scene investigating.
A 15-year-old boy named Tyler Eubanks was found dead in an abandoned building in Decatur, Illinois, after a welfare check. Decatur Police have arrested two other 15-year-olds for his "brutal murder." The police chief expressed his condolences to the victim's family and emphasized the need for society to address the issue of youth violence. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Decatur Police Department.
Raheim D. Davis, 28, has been arrested in Decatur on a warrant for first degree murder in connection with the shooting deaths of 19-year-old Karlondus Thomas and 30-year-old Andrell O'Neal. The victims were found dead inside a vehicle on South Webster Street. Autopsies revealed they had suffered gunshot trauma and had been driven to the location by a third person seeking help. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward.