Former Decatur Police chief Ed Taylor passes away at 73

DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) -The Decatur community is mourning the death of retired Decatur Police Chief Ed Taylor after he passed away at the age of 73.

Taylor first started at the Decatur Police Department in 1974. He quickly rose through the ranks and served in numerous capacities and roles. Taylor was sworn in as chief in 2011. He held the position for five years until he retired after 41 years of service.

Out of the office he also served his community. Taylor was at the forefront of advocating for the Special Olympics and the Law Enforcement Torch Run. He was even selected as part of the 24-member U.S. delegation of officers who ran the torch for the Australian World Games and was inducted into the Alabama Torch Run Hall of Fame.

Visitation will be from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. on May 1 at Decatur Baptist Church.

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