Baytown, TX : Harris County deputy killed in crash after SUV crossed into oncoming traffic on Wednesday morning, October 29, 2014

Authorities say a woman is facing a drug charge after an SUV she was driving crossed into oncoming traffic and slammed into a Harris County sheriff's patrol car, killing a veteran deputy. Thirty-two-year-old Jesse Valdez III was airlifted to a hospital where he died early Wednesday morning. Valdez was an 11-year veteran of the sheriff's office. He's the 40th member of the office to die while on duty in its 177-year history. Valdez's vehicle landed in a drainage ditch after it was struck head-on near Baytown. Harris County officials say 29-year-old Kelly Jo Ivey has been charged with possession of a controlled substance. She was taken to the hospital for treatment and has an initial court appearance scheduled for Thursday. She's being held without bond at the Harris County jail. Source : Authorities say Harris County deputy killed in crash after SUV crossed into oncoming traffic