HOUSTON \u2013 The FBI is now involved in the search for the driver who hit and killed a Fort Bend County Sheriff\u2019s Deputy last month. <\/p>\n
Deputy Kenneth Lewis stopped to help a stranded motorist<\/a> last month. <\/p>\n The Fort Bend County Sheriff\u2019s Office says the accident happened around 3:40 a.m. Saturday. Deputy Lewis was hit by a passing vehicle as he was helping a stranded motorist on I-10 near Eldridge Parkway in Houston. The striking vehicle fled the scene.<\/p>\n RELATED STORY: FBCSO deputy dies, days after being struck by vehicle while helping stranded motorist<\/a><\/p>\n Deputy Lewis was rushed to the hospital, but days later passed away<\/a> from his injuries. <\/p>\n This week, FBI Houston says they are now assisting the Houston Police Department in the search for the driver. <\/p>\n \ud83d\udea8 WHO KILLED DEPUTY LEWIS? \ud83d\udea8<\/p>\n On 02\/21, Ft. Bend County Deputy Kenneth Lewis stopped to help with a crash on I-10. While serving others in our community, a vehicle struck and killed him.<\/p>\n FBI Houston is now assisting @houstonpolice<\/a> with this case. We urge you to call\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/PvOULIT4xM<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 FBI Houston (@FBIHouston) March 12, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n A $5,000 reward is being offered to anyone who helps find the person who killed Deputy Lewis. <\/p>\n \u201cDeputy Lewis demonstrated the very best of law enforcement. His selflessness, dedication, and commitment to serving others reflect the core values of our office and the profession he proudly served,\u201d the department shared on social media. <\/p>\n Have information that could help solve this case? Share an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers of Houston by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477) or submitting an online<\/a> tip.<\/p>\n Copyright 2026 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.<\/p>\n