Dexter Perkins Obituary Death, Aurora Man Michael Freund Charged with Murder

Dexter Perkins Death: Officials say a man has been accused with murder after allegedly shooting another guy to death over a pizza and bar tab in the western suburbs on Friday.

According to the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred around 8:40 a.m. at Rosie O Reilly’s, 0N131 Gary Avenue, in unincorporated Wheaton.

According to DuPage County officials, Aurora man Michael Freund and two other men got into an argument with Glen Ellyn man Dexter Perkins over pizza and a bar tab.

Freund allegedly pulled out a handgun and fired two warning shots into the air after a physical altercation proceeded to the bar’s outdoor patio.

When Perkins approached him, Freund allegedly shot him many times in the body and face, according to authorities.

“Dexter Perkins died yesterday morning allegedly over a dispute over pizza and a bar tab,” DuPage County State’s Attorney Bob Berlin said in a press release. “Mr. Freund now faces first-degree murder charges for this senseless act of violence that resulted in the death of an innocent man.” I extend my heartfelt condolences to Dexter’s family and friends, and I wish them courage as they face life without the love and companionship they shared with Dexter.”

Freund was apprehended at the scene, according to authorities.

Freund is now facing first-degree murder charges and will be detained in custody until his next court appearance on January 18, according to the news release.

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