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Commercial truck driver charged in fatal crash that killed Montgomery County deputy
By Christian Terry, Corley Peel at KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
Officials with the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office confirms a 20-year-old man, who was the driver of the commercial truck which struck and killed a Montgomery County sheriff’s deputy over the weekend, has been arrested and charged in connection to her death.Ian Perez is charged with ...
Key takeaway The crash happened early Sunday morning on I-45 near The Woodlands Parkway.
Why this matters in The Bellaire
The fatal crash that killed Montgomery County Deputy Erika Serrato is a stark reminder of the dangers faced by first responders in the Houston area. The incident occurred on a stretch of I-45 near The Woodlands Parkway, a area that has seen its fair share of accidents. As the investigation continues, Bellaire residents should be aware of the importance of the Move Over/Slow Down law, which requires drivers to exercise caution when approaching stopped emergency vehicles. The law is in place to protect the lives of law enforcement officers, firefighters, and other emergency responders who put themselves at risk every day. With the commercial truck driver, Ian Perez, charged with violating this law, it serves as a warning to all drivers in the community to be vigilant and respectful of emergency scenes. The fact that another deputy was injured in the crash and a separate driver, Ashton Jammer, was charged with DWI, underscores the need for increased awareness and caution on our roads.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Officials with the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office confirms a 20-year-old man, who was the driver of the commercial truck which struck and killed a Montgomery County sheriff’s deputy over the weekend, has been arrested and charged in connection to her death.Ian Perez is charged with ...
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