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City of Tyler announces death of Officer Sam Lively following vehicle accident
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Summary
City manager announced the death of Officer Sam Lively in a vehicle accident; staff and council members paid tribute and recounted his persistence in completing police academy training.
The City of Tyler City Council heard from the city manager that Officer Sam Lively of the Tyler Police Department died after a vehicle accident, the council meeting was told.
The city manager said Lively had been with the department for two years and described him as persistent, recounting that Lively attended the police academy twice — suffering a broken arm during his first attempt and returning to complete training. "He always had a smile and was ready to roll, and he'll be missed by many in this organization," the city manager said.
Council members and staff offered condolences and recognition of Lively's service during the meeting. The transcript records several council members thanking staff and praising colleagues and departing members, and the city manager and staff expressed appreciation for Lively's contributions.
Details provided at the meeting were limited to the death notice and personal remarks; the transcript did not provide further information about the accident, the time or place of the incident, or funeral arrangements.
What the council said: council members expressed sympathy for the family and the department. The transcript includes staff remarks thanking the council member who had advocated for the staff previously and acknowledging the impact of the loss on the department.
Next steps and unanswered questions: the council meeting did not record directives about departmental actions, investigations or memorial services. Those details were not provided in the meeting transcript and were not specified.
