Constable Santiago Hinojosa

Constable Santiago Hinojosa | Hidalgo County Constable's Office - Precinct 1, Texas
Hidalgo County Constable's Office - Precinct 1, Texas
Constable Santiago Hinojosa

Hidalgo County Constable's Office - Precinct 1, Texas

End of Watch Saturday, March 30, 1912

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Santiago Hinojosa

Constable Santiago Hinojosa was shot and killed while attempting to disarm several men in Mercedes, Texas.

One of the subjects opened fire on him with a .32 caliber rifle, striking him in the heart. Two men were arrested for his murder and two others escaped. It is not known if any of the men involved in his murder were ever tried.

Constable Hinojosa had served as the elected constable of Hidalgo County Precinct 1 for approximately 18 months. He was survived by his wife.

Bio

  • Age 37
  • Tour 1 year, 6 months
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Rifle; .32 caliber carbine
  • Offender Not available

weapons violation

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Constable Hinojosa,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Hidalgo County.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

March 30, 2022

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