Ider Police Chief Buddy Crabtree has passed away, according to Ider Mayor Wendy Lassetter.

Lassetter said Crabtree passed away after he lost his battle with COVID-19 on Saturday, October 30. She said Crabtree was battling the virus since October 2. Crabtree was 65-years-old.

Crabtree was with Ider Police since 2011.

Statement from Mayor Lassetter:

 “Our thoughts & prayers are with the family of Chief Buddy Crabtree. He was a huge part of our Town and was loved by so many. As Mayor, I was blessed to have worked with a Chief that cared so much for his people & worked countless hours. He was a wonderful teacher & mentor. He will be greatly missed.”