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Deputy killed while helping at crash scene becomes latest victim on dangerous stretch of I-45
By Jaewon Jung at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 29, 2026
· 3 min read
A 24-year-old Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office deputy is being remembered for her dedication to public service after she was struck and killed while directing traffic along Interstate 45 early Sunday morning.Deputy Erika Serrato, a six-year veteran of the sheriff’s office who had recently becom...
Key takeaway “She was someone committed to public service since she was 18 years old.
Why this matters in The Pearland
The tragic loss of Deputy Erika Serrato on I-45 near The Woodlands Parkway is a stark reminder of the dangers that law enforcement and first responders face while working to keep our communities safe. For Pearland residents who regularly commute on I-45, this incident hits close to home, as they are all too familiar with the highway's reputation for deadly crashes. The Texas Department of Public Safety's investigation will be crucial in determining the circumstances surrounding the crash, and whether any charges will be filed against the commercial truck driver. As the community mourns the loss of Deputy Serrato, it also raises concerns about the need for continued efforts to improve highway safety and prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future. With I-45 being a major thoroughfare for Pearland residents, it is imperative that local and state authorities work together to address the safety concerns on this stretch of highway.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? A 24-year-old Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office deputy is being remembered for her dedication to public service after she was struck and killed while directing traffic along Interstate 45 early Sunday morning.Deputy Erika Serrato, a six-year veteran of the sheriff’s office who had recently becom...
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