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Procession and funeral underway for fallen Montgomery County Deputy Erika Serrato
By Brittany Taylor at KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local
· 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 bec...
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 The Bellaire
The funeral procession for Deputy Erika Serrato will undoubtedly impact traffic in the area, with law enforcement agencies managing road closures and delays along the route. As the community comes together to honor her life, drivers in Bellaire and surrounding areas should be prepared for potential disruptions to their daily commutes. The fact that Serrato's death occurred on a stretch of I-45 known to be particularly dangerous serves as a stark reminder of the risks faced by law enforcement officers and the importance of exercising caution when approaching emergency vehicles. The Texas Move Over/Slow Down law, which the driver of the commercial truck is accused of violating, is a crucial measure aimed at protecting first responders like Serrato. As the investigation into her death continues, Bellaire residents should remain vigilant and supportive of the law enforcement community, recognizing the sacrifices made by officers like Deputy Serrato.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local ·
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 bec...
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