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Funeral procession to be held Tuesday for MCSO deputy killed while on scene of DWI crash
By KTRK at ABC13 Houston (KTRK - ABC)
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
A Montgomery County Sheriff's Office deputy, Erika Serrato, was struck and killed last month while investigating a suspected DWI crash along I-45, authorities said.
Why this matters in The Pearland
The loss of Montgomery County Sheriff's Office deputy Erika Serrato is a stark reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers in the Houston area, including those in neighboring Brazoria County where Pearland is located. As the community comes together to pay respects to Deputy Serrato, residents of Pearland may be reflecting on the safety of local roads and the role of law enforcement in preventing DWI crashes. The funeral procession for Deputy Serrato will undoubtedly bring attention to the sacrifices made by law enforcement officers and their families. In Pearland, this tragedy may also prompt discussions about traffic safety and the need for continued vigilance on local highways, such as those that connect Pearland to Houston. The city's own public safety efforts, including traffic enforcement and education campaigns, may be reexamined in light of this tragic event.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK - ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A Montgomery County Sheriff's Office deputy, Erika Serrato, was struck and killed last month while investigating a suspected DWI crash along I-45, authorities said.
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