March 31, 2026 - FM 2026 just past the intersection with U.S. Highway 96 North was the scene of a two-vehicle crash March 26, 2026.
When emergency personnel arrived at the location, one vehicle remained in the eastbound side of the roadway and the other involved came to rest in the westbound ditch.
According to Texas Department of Public Safety State Trooper Keith Jones, at around 6pm a red 2018 Cadillac XT5 SUV driven by Amanda Victoria George, 52, of Timpson was westbound on FM 2026 when the sun was in her eyes and and lost sight of the roadway while adjusting her visor. At that time the Cadillac struck a brown 2019 Kia Sportage driven by Francisca Guzman, 52, of Center head-on.
Both drivers were transported to Shelby Emergency Department for treatment of possible injuries, none of which were reported to be life-threatening.
George was cited for wrong side of roadway.
Center Fire Department personnel assisted at the scene with traffic control and removing debris from the roadway. Shelby County Sheriff’s Department deputies also assisted at the scene.
