In September 2023, Officer Marquette fatally shot Stephen Perkins outside Perkins’ home during a vehicle repossession incident. Marquette fired nearly 20 rounds, leading to Perkins’ death. This incident sparked significant protests in Decatur. Marquette was subsequently charged with murder and is awaiting trial. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/96d72bc3652a15205fc8cb5724704156?utm_source=openai))
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