Austin, TX : DPS Trooper killed in crash while on duty in Lamar County on Saturday night, March 26, 2016

A Texas Department of Public Safety Highway Patrol Trooper died in a one-vehicle crash while on patrol Saturday night in Lamar County.

DPS reports Trooper Jeffrey Nichols, 27, was driving westbound on FM 38 near Tigertown, when he lost control of his patrol car and crashed into a tree. Trooper Nichols died at the scene, and the exact cause of the crash is under investigation. Passing motorists reported the crash to authorities.

“DPS and the State of Texas have lost one of our finest in the line of duty,” said DPS Director Steven McCraw in a statement. “Everyday, Trooper Nichols honored his pledge to proudly protect the people of Texas, and his service and sacrifice will always be cherished and remembered. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this extremely difficult time.”

Trooper Nichols joined DPS in August of 2011 and was stationed in Paris. He is the 218th DPS officer to die in the line of duty since 1837. He is survived by his parents and loving family. Funeral arrangements are pending.

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DPS Trooper killed in crash while on duty