@officerdown_memorial: Senior Police Officer Buddy Christian tragically lost his life while responding to an incident where another officer had been shot and wounded at an apartment complex in Athens. Multiple officers were investigating a carjacking and kidnapping. An officer stopped a vehicle linked to the suspect, who then exited and shot the officer twice before fleeing. Officer Christian encountered the suspect shortly after arriving in the area and was fatally shot through his patrol vehicle window. The suspect was apprehended three days later and sentenced to life in prison without parole. Officer Christian had served with the Athens-Clarke County Police Department for eight years. He is survived by his wife, two children, parents, and a brother. His sacrifice will not be forgotten. #NeverForget #PoliceOfficer #FallenHero