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Green Research and Technology will share findings from it's 1,150-hour review of the Decatur Police Department.
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Decatur Police Department stories
Local news
The Decatur City Council added 400 additional hours for Green Research & Technology to review the police department.
Courts
A federal judge dismissed several claims in a federal lawsuit filed by the family of Stephen Perkins, who was killed by Decatur Police.
Opinion
Since Steve’s death, the community has been furious and consistently demanded justice and accountability.
Public safety
Catrela Perkins was arrested and later released during the latest ugly incident between DPD and citizens.
Local news
A weekend incident is the latest in a string of arrests that have been made against protesters since the death of Stephen Perkins.
Courts
Marquette was arrested by the Morgan County Sheriff's Office and booked into the Morgan County Jail with a $30,000 bond.
Public safety
The findings from ALEA’s investigation have been turned over to the Morgan County district attorney.
Featured Opinion
After months of stalling, Decatur leaders still haven't provided clear explanations for police actions that led to Steve Perkins' death.
Local news
Decatur Mayor Tab Bowling announced police officers were terminated in the aftermath of the Stephen Perkins shooting.