Orange County Sheriff's Deputy Charged with Killing Fiancee

Aimee Alexis Hidalgo faces up to 21 years in prison for allegedly shooting Brittany Shaw 9 times in their Tustin apartment

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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An Orange County Sheriff's deputy has been charged with voluntary manslaughter and an enhancement of personal use of a firearm for allegedly killing her fiancee, fellow deputy Brittany Shaw, in their Tustin apartment last August. Prosecutors say Hidalgo shot Shaw 9 times, including in the torso, arm, and head, in what they describe as an 'indescribable tragedy'.

Why it matters

This case highlights the serious consequences law enforcement officers can face if they break the law, even while off-duty. It also raises questions about domestic violence and mental health issues that may impact those in high-stress professions like law enforcement.

The details

According to authorities, on August 8, 2025, Ring camera footage showed Brittany Shaw leaving the couple's Tustin apartment to walk her dog around 5:10 a.m. and returning around 5:20 a.m. Prosecutors allege that Aimee Alexis Hidalgo then shot Shaw 9 times, including in the torso, right arm, and head, at close range of less than 8 inches. Hidalgo called 911 and attempted CPR, but Shaw was pronounced dead at the scene.

  • On August 8, 2025, Shaw left the apartment around 5:10 a.m. and returned around 5:20 a.m.
  • Hidalgo allegedly shot Shaw 9 times shortly after Shaw returned to the apartment

The players

Aimee Alexis Hidalgo

A 28-year-old Orange County Sheriff's deputy who has been charged with voluntary manslaughter and an enhancement of personal use of a firearm for allegedly killing her fiancee, fellow deputy Brittany Shaw.

Brittany Shaw

A 35-year-old Orange County Sheriff's deputy who was allegedly shot and killed by her fiancee, Aimee Alexis Hidalgo, in their Tustin apartment.

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What they’re saying

“Human life is our most precious gift, and to lose the gift of life in your own home at the hands of someone you were engaged to is an indescribable tragedy.”

— Todd Spitzer, Orange County District Attorney (latimes.com)

What’s next

If convicted, Hidalgo faces a maximum of 21 years in state prison.

The takeaway

This case highlights the serious consequences law enforcement officers can face if they break the law, even while off-duty, and raises questions about domestic violence and mental health issues that may impact those in high-stress professions like law enforcement.