Decatur, Alabama – A tragic incident occurred in the heart of Northeast Decatur when a man lost his life in a drive-by shooting. The victim’s identity and further details have not been disclosed by authorities at this time. The shooting, which took place on a quiet street, has left the community in shock and mourning. … Read more
DECATUR, Ala. – A former Decatur Police officer, Mac Bailey Marquette, entered a not-guilty plea in the shooting death of Stephen Perkins, according to court documents. Marquette waived his arrangement hearing and entered the plea for the murder charge. His court appearance was scheduled for March 4 but he entered the plea prior to that … Read more
Decatur, Illinois has been shaken by a disturbing case of animal cruelty, leading to the arrest of a local resident. The arrest followed the discovery of three dogs in appalling conditions in a residential backyard. The owner, Derrick Tyus, 53, was taken into custody on charges of cruel treatment towards these animals. The grim sight … Read more
DECATUR, Ill. – Decatur police are currently conducting an investigation into the deaths of two dogs and the potential abuse of another animal. The incident occurred in the 1200 block of East Whitmer Street at approximately 8:30 p.m. on Dec. 12, prompting officers to respond to a report of animal abuse. Upon arrival, they discovered … Read more
Decatur, Illinois – Police in Decatur are seeking a man to face charges of animal cruelty after the death of two pit bull puppies and the suffering of a third adult dog that survived. The detective handling the case has issued a warrant for the arrest of the 53-year-old suspect, who is being sought on … Read more