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Funeral procession to be held Tuesday for MCSO deputy killed while on scene of DWI crash
By ABC13 Houston
· 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 Willis
The loss of Montgomery County Sheriff's Office Deputy Erika Serrato is a stark reminder of the risks faced by law enforcement in Montgomery County, particularly along the busy corridors like Interstate 45 that run through Willis . As the community prepares to pay its respects to Deputy Serrato, the incident also raises concerns about the ongoing issue of drunk driving in the area. With Willis being part of the greater Houston metro, the city's residents are not immune to the dangers posed by impaired drivers on its roads and highways. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office has likely seen its fair share of DWI cases, and this tragic incident may prompt renewed efforts to combat the problem and improve road safety in the region. As the funeral procession takes place, residents of Willis and surrounding areas will be watching to see how local authorities respond to this incident and work to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston ·
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