Jefferson County Constable’s Office – Precinct 1, Texas
End of Watch: Friday, April 24, 2026
Reserve Deputy Constable Heather Avery was killed near mile marker 830 on Interstate 10, in Chambers County, while directing traffic in a construction zone at approximately 8:00 a.m.
Reserve Deputy Constable Avery was helping direct traffic in the outside lane of the interstate, near her patrol vehicle with the emergency lights activated, when a commercial construction truck traveling east struck the rear of the patrol vehicle. She was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The driver of the commercial vehicle was not injured.
Reserve Deputy Constable Avery had served with the Jefferson County Constable Precinct 1 for four years. Survivors include her husband, daughter, and granddaughter.