Texas

Deputy Jessie Perez Killed in Accident at US 180 in Dawson County, TX

Published on: April 23, 2025

Date of Accident
April 22, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Deputy Jessie Perez
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a collision that killed an officer at US 180 in Dawson County, TX on April 22nd, 2025. Police say the incident happened around 12:30 p.m. According to investigators, 42-year-old Deputy Jessie Perez was conducting traffic at a separate traffic stop when debris from a commercial truck passing by struck Perez. Perez was taken to an area hospital with injuries he later died from. Officials did not have additional information available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Dawson County Sheriff's Office
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
US 180
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Commercial vehicle debris struck a Deputy

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