Decatur Police Department

Legislature / Public safety

Senate committee hears public input on bill to regulate police pursuits

Law enforcement officers and family of youths killed as a result of vehicular pursuits shared opposing stances on proposed police chase regulations.

February 12, 2026

A judge ruled that former officer Mac Marquette did not prove he acted in self defense when shooting Steve Perkins.

April 1, 2025

Nicholas Perkins was expected to announce his mayoral candidacy this week in the troubled city, but that has been delayed.

March 7, 2025

After several months of protests and a recent vote against him by the city council, Decatur Police Chief Todd Pinion has decided to step down.

February 24, 2025

For Decatur's Police Department to move forward and regain the respect of the community, a change in leadership likely will be necessary.

January 28, 2025

Green Research and Technology will share findings from it's 1,150-hour review of the Decatur Police Department.

January 7, 2025

The Decatur City Council added 400 additional hours for Green Research & Technology to review the police department.

September 20, 2024

A federal judge dismissed several claims in a federal lawsuit filed by the family of Stephen Perkins, who was killed by Decatur Police.

August 8, 2024

Since Steve’s death, the community has been furious and consistently demanded justice and accountability.

April 24, 2024

Catrela Perkins was arrested and later released during the latest ugly incident between DPD and citizens.

April 22, 2024