Deputy Jennifer Chavis killed when vehicle struck by suspected DUI driver Adolfo Serrano on S. Sam Houston Parkway in Houston, Texas

Modified Date: 
Wed, 04/06/2022 - 10:12am
Accident Date: 
Saturday, April 2, 2022

Harris County deputy killed in fiery crash on S. Sam Houston Parkway at Fondren, according to HCSO

She was on standby to catch the driver and parked on the side of the road. The suspected driver, in a F-550 truck, struck the rear of the deputy's patrol SUV causing it to burst into flames, investigators say.

Officers who visited driver accused in deputy's death at hospital say suspect smelled of alcohol

A judge found probable cause against 36-year-old Adolfo Serrano, the driver accused of being intoxicated when he crashed with Deputy Constable Jennifer Chavis over the weekend. Serrano's bond was set at $750,000 despite prosecutors asking for no bond.

Public visitation set to honor Pct. 7 deputy Jennifer Chavis killed by suspected drunk driver

The family of the Precinct 7 deputy killed by a suspected drunk driver is inviting the public to a visitation next week.

 

Type: Car Accident
People Involved: 
Jennifer Chavis
Adolfo Serrano