News Release 2/14/12
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week. This week’s crime of the week is in reference to an attempted armed robbery that occurred at Dollar General, 3797 E Rt. 36 and an armed robbery at Huck’s Convenient Store, 3595 Larkdale Ct. The Decatur Police Department feels that these two crimes are connected.
On February 7, 2012, at 8:58PM, officers responded to Dollar General, 3797 E. Rt. 36, in reference to an attempted armed robbery. Once on scene, officers spoke to an employee who advised she recognized two subjects acting strange outside the business when she was outside checking for carts in the parking lot. The employee advised a w/m entered the store just before the attempted robbery and bought a candy bar, the same candy bar bought before the last time they were robbed. The employee advised the w/m was acting strange and very nervous. The employee advised this made her nervous so she locked the doors to the business. The employee advised a short time later she noticed a b/m, armed with a black colored pistol, standing outside the doors pulling on them attempting to get in however he did not get in and fled the scene.
The employee described two subjects who may be connected with this crime. Suspect #1 is described as a w/m, stock build, eye glasses, reddish colored hair, unknown clothing, approximately 20-30 years old. Suspect #2 was described as a b/m, armed with a dark colored pistol, medium to average build, approximately 508/170, wearing a black coat with the hood up and fur around the hood, black colored ski mask covering his entire face, approx. 20-30 years old.
At 9:57PM, the same night, Officers responded to a hold up alarm located at Huck’s, 3595 Larkdale Ct. Officers quickly obtained information from the employee that she had been robbed by a b/m armed with a black colored handgun. The suspect fled the scene towards Larkdale Subdivision and got away with US Currency.
The employee described the b/m as in his 20’s, approximately 510 inches tall, average build, wearing a dark grayish colored hooded jacket with fur around the hood, a black colored full face ski mask, gloves and dark colored jeans. The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving these two crimes.
If you have any information about these crimes, please call crime stoppers at 423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime stoppers will pay $500 dollars for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week. Crime stoppers will also pay cash for information that leads to an arrest of any person responsible for a felony crime in Macon County.
News Release 2/7/12
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On February 5, 2012, officers responded to Parkway Church of the Nazarine, 2701 E. Fairies Parkway, in reference to an unchecked burglary. Upon arrival, Officers discovered window screens pried away from the windows on the south side where it is believed entry was made to the Church.
Once inside officers discovered several locked doors inside the Church were forced open. Suspects removed US currency and damaged numerous items within the building. There are no suspects at this time. The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this crime.
If you have any information about this crime, please call crime stoppers at 423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime stoppers will pay $500 dollars for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week. Crime stoppers will also pay cash for information that leads to an arrest of any person responsible for a felony crime in Macon County.
News Release 1/24/12
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving a cold case murder that occurred in 2009.
On 6/22/09, officers responded to 1157 Cottage Hill in reference to a home invasion where the victim, Salisha Deberry, had been murdered.
A witness to this incident advised there were 4 to 5 young b/m suspects, all wearing dark colored clothing, all armed with firearms standing over Salisha as she lay on a couch in the living room. The witness advised the suspects were demanding money from her. The witness advised she recalled one of the b/m’s was wearing a mask that had skulls all over it. This incident ultimately ended with the loss of Salisha Deberry’s life.
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this cold case murder. If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime Stoppers will pay $500 for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week.
News Release 1/11/12
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week which is in reference to connecting cases.
On December 24th and again on December 31st officers responded to Wal-Mart, located at 4224 Prospect in reference to burglaries. Upon arrival officers spoke to loss prevention officers.
On both occasions video surveillance captures two suspects inside the business concealing multiple laptops and other electronic items in a shopping cart and also in a purse. The suspects leave the business without paying for the items.
Suspect one is described as a white female 20 to 25 years old, 5’04 120 pounds, dark brown hear, and wearing wire rim eye glasses. Suspect number 2 is described as a while male 20 to 30 years old 5’10 180 pounds and short dark brown hair. The suspect vehicle is described as a white later model import, possibly a Nissan Maxima.
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this crime. If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime Stoppers will pay $500 or more for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week.
News Release 1/5/12
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On January 1st at 1:14PM, officers responded to an attempted robbery of a person on the north side of Decatur. Upon arrival, Officers spoke to the victim who advised a w/m approached her while standing on the front porch of her son’s residence. The victim advised the w/m demanded she hand over her purse. The victim advised she told the w/m she did not have her purse at which time the w/m knocked a bag of groceries out of her hand and ran away from the scene.
A witness advised the suspect entered an early 90’s tan in color Buick Regal with partial license plate N92. The witness advised the suspect’s vehicle had a dent near the gas fill door. The suspect is described as a w/m, 508/150 early to mid 20’s. The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this crime.
If you have any information about this crime, please call crime stoppers at 423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime stoppers will pay $500 dollars for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week. Crime stoppers will also pay cash for information that leads to an arrest of any person responsible for a felony crime in Macon County.
News Release 12/26/11
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On December 23rd at 05:36am officers responded to Wild Dog Saloon located at 815 S. 22nd St. in reference to a Burglar alarm. Upon arrival, Officers located forced entry gained to the business, through the back door.
Once inside suspects removed US Currency and a flat screen television which was recovered. At this time there are no suspects. The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this crime.
If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime Stoppers will pay $500 for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week. Crime Stoppers will also pay cash for information leading to the arrest of any person responsible for a felony crime in Macon County.
News Release 12/12/11
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On December 5th at 05:09am officers responded to Wild Dog Saloon located at 815 S. 22nd St. in reference to a Burglar alarm. Upon arrival, Officers located forced entry gained to the business through a window on the east side.
Once inside suspect(s) damaged several items, removed US currency and a video surveillance recorder. At this time there are no suspects. The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this crime.
If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime Stoppers will pay $500 for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week. Crime Stoppers will also pay cash for information leading to the arrest of any person responsible for a felony crime in Macon County.
News Release 12/5/11
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On November 25th at 12:58 pm officers responded to the 700 block of N. Van Dyke St. in reference to a vehicle crash involving a person on a bicycle. When officers arrived on scene they learned an 11 year old boy had been struck by a vehicle and injured, while riding his bicycle. The vehicle that struck this boy left the scene and did not return.
The vehicle is described as a green or black colored possibly Toyota Camry with license plates starting with an “L” and ending with a “4”. The vehicle may also have front end damage. The driver of this vehicle was described as a mixed male, late teens. There was also a w/f in the front passenger seat and a w/m in the back seat. The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this crime.
If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime Stoppers will pay $500 for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week. There are also additional funds set aside for information that leads to an arrest on this crime. Crime Stoppers will also pay cash for information leading to the arrest of any person responsible for a felony crime in Macon County.
News Release 11/29/11
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On November 25th at 11:30 pm officers responded to a location in Decatur in reference to a previous attempted robbery of a person that occurred in the parking lot in front of the employment office at 757 W. Pershing Rd.
The victim was working at the time, cleaning up trash in the parking lot of this complex when he was approached by a w/m asking him for money. When the victim told him he did not have money a second w/m appeared from the west side of the building running at the victim. The victim advised when he turned to look at the subject running at him the first subject grabbed hold of his arm. The victim advised he pushed the first w/m away from him, striking him with his fist. The victim advised he then used his garbage picker and struck the second subject, which ended the situation with both suspects running towards Pershing Rd.
Both suspects were described as w/m’s, 18-20, #1 was approx. 603 wearing black pants and black boots. #2 was approx. 510 wearing all black. The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this crime.
If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime Stoppers will pay $500 or more for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week. Crime Stoppers will also pay cash for information leading to the arrest of any person responsible for a felony crime in Macon County.
News Release 11/22/11
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this weeks crime of the week.
On 11/16/11 at 8:00 AM, officers responded to Image Health and Fitness, located at 2003 N. 22nd St. in reference to a previous burglary. Upon arrival, officers observed the glass to the west side door was shattered and entry was gained through this door.
The suspect entered the business through the west door and removed numerous muscle milk drinks, 5 hour energy shots and 8 rubber coated dumbells.
Security video shows the suspect entering the business at approximately 01:27 AM. The suspect is described as an unknown race male, aprroximately 510 inches tall, 190-205 pounds wearing an all gray hooded sweatshirt and dark colored pants. The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this crime.
If you have any information about this crime please call 423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime Stoppers will pay $500 or more for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week. Crime Stoppers will also pay cash for information leading to the arrest of any person responsible for a felony crime in Macon County.
News Release 11/15/11
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On November 14th at 12:30 am officers responded to Jimmy Johns, located at 100 E. Prairie in reference to a burglar alarm. Upon arrival officers observed the glass to the west side door was shattered and entry was gained through this door. Suspects entered the business through the west door and removed the cash register and US currency.
At this time no suspect information has been provided. The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this crime.
If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime Stoppers will pay $500 or more for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week. Crime Stoppers will also pay cash for information leading to the arrest of any person responsible for a felony crime in Macon County.
News Release 11-09-11
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On November 4th at 5:00 am officers responded to Zips Flowers by the Gates, located at 518 E Prairie in reference to a building check. Upon arrival officers observed the front glass door to the business was shattered.
Some time overnight suspects entered and ransacked the business. The suspects removed currency and computer equipment from the business.
At this time no suspect information has been provided. The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this crime.
If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime Stoppers will pay $500 or more for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week. Crime Stoppers will also pay cash for information that leads to the arrest of anyone responsible for a felony crime in Macon County.
News Release 10-26-2011
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On October 23rd at 6:30 am officers responded to the Peoples Church of God, located at 833 W Pershing in reference to a burglary. Upon arrival officers observed broken glass and damage to a side door.
Some time overnight suspects entered the church and damaged two more doors to gain entrance to offices. The suspects removed US Currency from a safe and desk drawers.
At this time no suspect information has been provided. The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this crime.
If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime Stoppers will pay $500 or more for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week. Crime Stoppers will also pay cash for information that leads to the arrest of anyone responsible for a felony crime in Macon County.
News Release 10-12-2011
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On October 12th at 4:00 am officers responded to Jimmy Johns, located at 100 E Prairie in reference to a burglary. Upon arrival officers observed the glass on the front door was shattered and the front door to the business was open.
Suspects entered the business through the front door and removed US currency from the cash drawer and a safe.
At this time no suspect information has been provided. The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this crime.
If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name.
NEWS RELEASE 9-14-2011
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On September 9th officers were detailed to the Dollar General Store, located at 3797 East Rt. 36 in reference to a robbery. Upon arrival officers spoke with store employees who advised at approx. 8:30pm an unknown male subject entered the business. He walked to the checkout counter area, picked up a candy bar and then handed the cashier money to pay for the candy bar. When the store employee opened the register to get the suspect his change, he quickly lunged over the counter and tried to remove the cash drawer. The store employee tried to stop the suspect but was unsuccessful. The suspect fled the business in an unknown direction with the cash drawer. We need your help in solving this crime.
The suspect was described as a b/m in his late 20’s to early 30’s. He was approx. 5ft 3inches tall and weighed 115 pounds. He was wearing a red sweatshirt, dark colored pants and a red & blue baseball hat.
If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime Stoppers will pay $500 or more for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week.
NEWS RELEASE 8-11-2011
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On August 4th at approx. 11:20pm Caleb Witty and his sister were walking home when they reached the 2200 hundred block of E. Johns St. They were approached from behind by 2 unknown b/m’s. One of the b/m suspects displayed a handgun and demanded money from Caleb and his sister. Caleb stated that they did not have any money so the b/m struck Caleb in the head. Caleb’s sister ran for help and heard several gunshots as she fled the area. Caleb was fatally wounded and found in the 2200 block of E. Johns Street. We need your help in solving this crime.
The 1st suspect was described as b/m, approx. 6ft tall and weighed 150lbs. He was wearing a black shirt, jeans and possibly had a gap in his front teeth. The 2nd suspect was described as a b/m approx. 6ft tall weighing 200 lbs. He was wearing jeans and a black shirt.
If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime Stoppers will pay $1000 for information that leads to an arrest on this crime of the week.
NEWS RELEASE 8-3-2011
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On July 31st officers were detailed to Jimmy Johns, located at 2950 N. Water Street in reference to an armed robbery. Upon arrival officers spoke with store employees that advised at approx. 10:00pm 2 b/m’s entered the business wearing facial coverings. Both b/m’s advised the store employees that they had guns and would shoot them if they didn’t cooperate. The store employees were forced to open the cash registers and business safe. The suspects removed the money and then fled the business, running eastbound towards Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. We need your help in solving this crime.
The 1st suspect was described as a b/m, approx. 6ft tall with an athletic build. He was wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt with a black mask. The 2nd suspect was described as a b/m approx. 6ft tall with a heavy build. He was wearing a white shirt, black shorts and had a blue shirt covering his face.
If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS.
NEWS RELEASE 7-27-2011
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On July 21st officers were detailed to a residence in the 300 block of west Harrison Avenue in reference to a home invasion. The victim stated that at approx. 10:30pm he was leaving his residence when 2 unknown subjects wearing facial coverings approached him. Both subjects displayed handguns and forced the victim back into his residence. One of the suspects then struck the victim in the head with a handgun and demanded all of his money. After taking all of the victims currency, both suspects fled the scene running eastbound on Harrison Ave. We need your help in solving this crime.
The 1st suspect was described as b/m, approx. 6ft tall and weighing 180lbs. He was wearing a red & yellow shirt and blue jeans. The 2nd suspect was described as a b/m approx. 6ft tall with a medium build. He was wearing all dark clothing.
If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS.
NEWS RELEASE 7-6-2011
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On July 2nd officers responded to an armed robbery that had just occurred at the Decatur Westside Church of the Nazarene, located at 1224 W. Grand. The victims advised that they were outside doing lawn maintenance when an unknown subject approached them. The victims advised this subject displayed a small, black handgun and pointed it at one of them. The suspect then demanded all of the victim’s money. The suspect made off with multiple tools, cell phones and U.S. currency before fleeing the scene running westbound.
The suspect was described as a medium-skinned b/m in his 20’s. He was approx. 6ft tall, weighed 250lbs and was wearing a white t-shirt and dark colored shorts. We need your help in solving this crime.
If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS.
NEWS RELEASE 6-23-2011
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On June 7th officers were detailed to an address in the 1600 block of north Monroe Street in reference to a Theft of a Motor Vehicle. Upon arrival officers discovered that a black 1999 Chevy Cavalier had been stolen. The owner advised police that the vehicle did not run and would’ve had to been towed away. On June 8th officers were detailed to the 100 block of north Witt Street in reference to a gold 1998 Dodge Stratus being stolen. The owner advised police the Stratus did not run and could not have been driven away. Lastly, on June 16th officers were detailed to the 1800 block of Richmond Ct in reference to a red 1995 Ford Mustang being stolen. The owner advised police that the Mustang was not in running condition.
At this time it is unknown whom the suspect or suspects are that were involved in stealing these vehicles. We need your help in solving this crime.
If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS.
NEWS RELEASE 6-15-2011
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On June 9th officers were detailed to the Tobacco Shack, located at 1237 E. Eldorado Street, in reference to an armed robbery. At approx. 8pm the victim was leaving the Tobacco Shack when he was approached by 2 b/m’s in the parking lot. One of them displayed a silver handgun and demanded the victim’s money. The 2nd b/m removed several items from the victim’s pocket including cigarettes, a cell phone and U.S. Currency. After taking the items, both suspects ran southbound from the parking lot. We need your help in solving this crime.
Witnesses described the 1st suspect as a b/m approx. 6’2” with a thin build. He was wearing a white tank top, black pants and wore his hair in braids. This suspect was also armed with the silver handgun. The 2nd suspect was described as a b/m approx. 5’10” with a medium build. He wore a black t-shirt and dark colored pants. Both suspects appeared to be in their 20’s.
If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS.
NEWS RELEASE 5-11-11
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On June 23rd 2010 officers made contact with the owner of Debbie’s Dance Studio, located at 2828 N. Main Street. The owner advised officers that several business checks had been stolen from the business and were being cashed.
During the investigation over the past few months detectives have discovered that multiple checks have been cashed, totaling several thousands of dollars. Detectives were able to obtain surveillance footage of the suspect who was cashing the stolen checks. The surveillance footage shows the same suspect on different occasions using a fake ID to cash the stolen checks. We need your help in solving this crime.
The suspect is a w/m in his late 20’s to early 30’s. He is approx. 5ft 10inches tall and weighs 200lbs. The suspect also wears glasses.
If you have any information about this crime please call Crime Stoppers at 423-TIPS.
