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Deputy killed while helping at crash scene becomes latest victim on dangerous stretch of I-45
Summary by Magnolia News Editorial Desk Jaewon Jung , as published by KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The deputy, a 24-year-old woman, was a veteran of the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office with six years of service.
A tragic incident occurred on Interstate 45 early Sunday morning. Details are still emerging, but it is known that a deputy was struck and killed. The deputy, a 24-year-old woman, was a veteran of the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office with six years of service.
She had been directing traffic at a crash scene when the incident happened. Further information about the circumstances is available from local news sources. The community is remembering the deputy for her commitment to serving the public.
More details about her life and service can be found through local news outlets, including KPRC 2 Houston.
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Category: safety Published: June 29, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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