South Carolina Highway Patrol, South Carolina
End of Watch Sunday, January 15, 1961
Add to My HeroesJohn Ray Riddle
Patrolman John Riddle was killed in an automobile crash when his patrol car was struck by a tractor-trailer on U.S. 301 south of Manning.
He was traveling south just before dawn when he and the tractor-trailer collided. His patrol car burst into flames. He was
Patrolman Riddle was a United States Army veteran and served with the South Carolina Highway Patrol for at least 8 months. He was survived by his wife, parents, two sisters, and four brothers. One of his brothers also served with the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 8 months
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsPatrolman Riddle,
On today, the 64th 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. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
January 15, 2025
