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Decatur man charged in machete attack sentenced to prison
Greg Ramirez
Greg Ramirez
Reporter · Bloomington, IL
A recent graduate from Illinois Wesleyan University, Greg has quickly made a name for himself in community journalism, writing for local newsletters and contributing to regional magazines. His work often focuses on cultural events and community outreach efforts.
More from Greg →Reporter · Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 10:55 PM · 1 min read
MACON COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) -- The Decatur man who was arrested earlier this year for attacking another man with a machete was sentenced to prison on Thursday. Court records show 34-year-old Charles Dickerson was sentenced to four years and six months in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Following his prison sentence, he will serve six [...]
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