Drive-By Shooting Claims Life of Man in Northeast Decatur

Decatur, Alabama – A man tragically lost his life in a drive-by shooting in Northeast Decatur. The incident, which took place in the early hours of the morning, has left the community in shock and mourning. The shooting occurred on a quiet residential street, with neighbors reporting hearing multiple gunshots in quick succession. Law enforcement officials arrived at the scene shortly thereafter, where they found the victim suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite efforts to save …

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Crime Stoppers Seeks Information on Decatur Armed Robbery Turned Shooting

Decatur, Illinois – The Decatur Police Department is seeking assistance from the public to solve an armed robbery that resulted in a shooting last week. The incident took place at 8:30 p.m. on January 23 near the intersection of North Morgan Street and East Grand Avenue. According to reports, the victim had just used an ATM at a nearby convenience store and was approached by a suspect who brandished a chrome-colored handgun and demanded money. …

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Decatur Man Arrested for Animal Cruelty: Grim Discovery of Neglected Dogs Sparks Outrage and Hope

DECATUR, Ill. – A Decatur man was recently arrested on charges of animal cruelty after three dogs were found in deplorable conditions. The 53-year-old man, Derrick Tyus, was taken into custody following the distressing discovery of two lifeless dogs and a severely malnourished one in a residential backyard in Decatur, Illinois. The alarm was raised when Macon County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control officers received a tip about the neglected animals. Upon arriving at the intersection …

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WANTED: Decatur Police Seek Man in Connection to Animal Cruelty Charges

DECATUR, Ill. — Police in Decatur are in pursuit of a man sought for animal cruelty. The Macon County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control responded to a residence near the intersections of East Whitmer Street and South Jasper Street on Dec. 11. Upon arrival, they discovered two deceased puppies and one malnourished puppy in the backyard. The animals were found without access to heat, food, or water. The case was then handed over to Decatur Police, …

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Decatur Police Seek Local Man on Animal Cruelty Charges After Death of Two Pit Bull Puppies

DECATUR, Ill. – Decatur police are actively seeking a local man who is facing charges of animal cruelty in connection with the deaths of two pit bull puppies and the abuse of a third adult dog. After being called to the 1200 block of East Whitmer Street on December 12, patrol officers discovered the two deceased dogs and one suffering animal in poor condition. Fortunately, the surviving dog has since recovered under the care of …

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