Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, June 29, 1935
Add to My HeroesSamuel R. Tidwell
Deputy Sheriff Sam Tidwell was killed when his motorcycle was struck by a vehicle that was attempting to pass another vehicle at 11:15 a.m.
Deputy Tidwell was traveling east on Highway 4, one mile west of Donna, when he collided head-on with a vehicle that swerved into the passing lane. He was killed instantly.
The driver was initially charged with negligent homicide but was exonerated.
Deputy Tidwell was a United States World War I Army veteran and had served with the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office for five years. He previously served as a constable with the Weslaco Police Department. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Tidwell,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army during World War I. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
June 29, 2025
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