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Montgomery County deputy Erika Serrato killed on North Freeway
By Amber Kite at FOX 26 Houston (KRIV)
· June 28, 2026
· 1 min read
A 24-year-old Montgomery County sheriff's deputy was killed early Sunday morning after a commercial truck struck her while she was directing traffic at the scene of an alleged DWI crash on Interstate 45, authorities said.
Why this matters in Sugar Land News
The tragic loss of Montgomery County deputy Erika Serrato is a stark reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers in the Houston area. While the incident occurred in Montgomery County, it resonates deeply in neighboring Fort Bend County, where Sugar Land residents rely on the bravery and selflessness of local law enforcement to keep their community safe. The fact that Deputy Serrato was struck while directing traffic at a crash scene underscores the risks that officers take every day to protect the public. As Sugar Land continues to grow and develop, the need for vigilant traffic enforcement and emergency response will only increase, making the sacrifice of officers like Deputy Serrato all the more poignant. The community will be watching to see how local authorities respond to this tragedy and work to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A 24-year-old Montgomery County sheriff's deputy was killed early Sunday morning after a commercial truck struck her while she was directing traffic at the scene of an alleged DWI crash on Interstate 45, authorities said.
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