DPS Confirms Death of East Texas State Trooper

A Texas Highway Patrol Trooper died in the line of duty Monday evening while responding to an emergency call. In a media release, the Texas Department of Public Safety identified the officer as Jerry Wayne Adamick Jr.

Details of The Accident

Adamick was driving on FM 945 South, located in San Jacinto County between Coldspring and Cleveland, within the Sam Houston National Forest. He was responding to assist law enforcement partners with an emergency call around 9:15 p.m. on Monday, September 15, when his vehicle went off the side of the road, struck a tree, and caught fire. Trooper Adamick, 44, passed away at the scene. The crash remains under investigation.

 “Our hearts are broken today,” said DPS Colonel Freeman F. Martin. “Trooper Adamick bravely served our country for many years, and we were proud to have him choose to continue his service as part of the DPS family. He had so much life ahead of him, and today we grieve with his family and friends.”

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Trooper Adamick's Military and Law Enforcement History

 Adamick served with the United States Army for more than two decades and completed several tours overseas. After leaving the Army, he joined the Department of Public Safety and was a member of Class A-2024. He was the recipient of the Veterans National Defense Award in June of last year. 

Trooper Adamick was stationed in Coldspring. He is survived by his wife, Roxanne, and five adult children. Trooper Jerry Wayne Adamick is the 242^nd DPS Officer to die in the line of duty since 1823.