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Procession and funeral underway for fallen Montgomery County Deputy Erika Serrato
By Click2Houston
· July 6, 2026
· 2 min read
Family, friends, fellow law enforcement officers and members of the community will gather Tuesday morning to honor the life of fallen Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy Erika Serrato, who was killed while directing traffic on Interstate 45 on June 28.Deputy killed while helping at crash scene become
Key takeaway Tuesday at Cashner Funeral Home before traveling west on FM 3083 to Interstate 45, south on I-45 and west on College Park Drive.
Why this matters in Willis
The funeral procession for Deputy Erika Serrato will undoubtedly bring traffic to a standstill along Interstate 45, a poignant reminder of the dangers that law enforcement officers face on this stretch of highway. As the community comes together to honor Serrato's life and service, it's worth noting that I-45 has been a trouble spot for years, with a history of accidents and near-misses. The fact that Serrato was struck and killed while directing traffic highlights the risks that first responders take every time they respond to a call. The Move Over/Slow Down law, which the driver of the commercial truck is accused of violating, is designed to protect officers like Serrato, and its importance cannot be overstated. As the investigation into Serrato's death continues, residents of Willis and surrounding areas will be watching to see how authorities plan to improve safety on this critical artery, which runs through the heart of Montgomery County.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: Click2Houston ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Family, friends, fellow law enforcement officers and members of the community will gather Tuesday morning to honor the life of fallen Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy Erika Serrato, who was killed while directing traffic on Interstate 45 on June 28.Deputy killed while helping at crash scene become
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