Jones Okey Killed, Williamson County Deputy Injured in Jarrell Two-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 35

Jarrell, Texas (September 29, 2020) – An off-duty Williamson county deputy was injured Sunday night in a two-vehicle crash that left one person dead in Jarrell, according to authorities.

The fatal crash happened at about 11:15 p.m., September 27, on Interstate 35 near mile marker 274.

DPS said Jones Okey, 78, of West Virginia, was driving a 1995 Buick Regal southbound in the left shoulder, while a marked Williamson County Sheriff’s Office vehicle was traveling southbound in the left lane.

Okey moved into the left lane and rear-ended the patrol vehicle.

Okey was pronounced dead at the scene.

The deputy was taken to St. David’s Hospital in Georgetown with non-life-threatening injuries.

The crash closed the southbound lanes of I-35 at exit 277.

The authorities are investigating the crash.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Jones Okey.

“When a person has suffered a grave personal injury in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, the most overwhelming emotion they feel is a sense of injustice. They often ask how such a life-altering event could have happened to them,” attorney Joel A. Gordon said. “The next question usually is, who can help me?” Mr. Gordon added.

A legal advocate can represent an injury victim or the family of a deceased victim. The attorney will file a claim on behalf of the victim and will have the responsibility of citing existing codes, laws or statues which were violated.

To speak with an attorney, Click to call: 281-943-5555.