November 12, 2026 - FM 2608 was the scene of a serious automobile crash on Friday, November 6, 2026, involving a tree.
The Center Fire Department responded from another incident on U.S. Highway 96 North to the crash on FM 2608 to aid the driver.
According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the preliminary crash investigation indicates that at approximately 2:50pm, a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado driven by George Williford, 78, of Center, was traveling west. It is reported that Williford failed to drive in a single lane, left the roadway, and struck a tree.
Williford was transported to Ochsner LSU Shreveport for treatment of possible life-threatening injuries. No citations were reported to have been issued.
According to DPS, this is an ongoing investigation, and no further information is available at this time.
