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Decatur community reacts to leaked body camera footage of deadly police shooting
A group of about 40 people protested on Wednesday evening following the leaked body camera footage of the deadly police shooting of Steve Perkins. Steve Perkins’ widow, Catrela, protested with her family. Catrela tells us she has not watched the leaked body camera footage and does not want to. She says her priorities are protecting her daughters and getting justice for her husband.
1 shot to death in north Alabama; school conducting controlled release
Decatur police say one person is dead following a shooting Wednesday afternoon. In a news release, police said investigators were on the scene around 3 p.m. in the 900 block of 10th Ave. N.E. One man was shot at the scene. He later died at a local hospital, according to...
Local authorities react to Baltimore bridge collapse
That bridge collapse has so many of you asking WAAY31 "What if a catastrophe like that happened here, and are local officials prepared?" All of America watched in complete shock as the Francis Scott Key Bridge crashed down. Steven Leighty, a spokesperson for Ohio Valley's United States Coast Guard Sector, said that seeing that footage was heartbreaking.
Decatur family begging for answers 11 years after mother’s death
DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) -One Decatur family continues to search for answers eleven years after their mother was found dead in her own home. The family of Ana Chavez said they want the case closed, with someone charged for her murder. “That day, he went to work and he wasn’t worried...
Somerville woman arrested after allegedly stealing bank deposits from Dollar General
A Somerville woman facing theft charges turned herself in to the Morgan County Jail Monday. According to the Priceville Police Department, 40-year-old Nikki Lynn Waits was charged with two counts of theft of property. Police say a representative with the Dollar General located at Robinson Street reported a theft of...
Groundbreaking ceremony marks beginning of Athens Teen Center for Advancement
ATHENS, Ala. — The Boys & Girls Clubs of North Alabama proudly announces the groundbreaking ceremony for the Athens Teen Center. This pivotal moment will provide vital resources and support for teenagers and pre-teens in the community. This event signals the start of construction for a dedicated space where young individuals can learn, grow, and thrive.
Limestone County Sheriff’s Office finds missing teen
ATHENS, Ala. (WAFF) - UPDATE: Gott has been found safe, according to the Limestone County Sheriff’s Office. The Limestone County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a missing teen who may be living with a condition that impairs her judgment. Authorities said 15-year-old Emily Gott was last seen leaving...
Lacey’s Spring man arrested after fleeing from deputies on multiple charges
LACEY’S SPRING, Ala. (WAFF) - A Lacey’s Spring man was arrested on Monday after Morgan County Sheriff’s deputies. Morgan County Sheriff’s Office said deputies executed multiple warrants for Justin Paul Oakes, 30, at his Turtle Dove Private Drive residence. Last weekend, Oakes was accused of fleeing...
Former Decatur officer asks judge to dismiss lawsuit over Steve Perkins' death
A former Decatur police officer is asking a federal judge to dismiss a federal wrongful death lawsuit over the Steve Perkins shooting death. A court filing from Friday by Mac Marquette's attorney claims the case should be dismissed because he has qualified immunity as well as the lack of a specific claim for wrongful death.
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