Pilot Makes Emergency Landing in Field

July 24, 2024 - A field located off CR 1021 in Shelby County was the scene of an emergency plane landing July 24, 2024.

Emergency personnel responded to the location around 2:50pm where it was learned the pilot made an unscheduled landing due to an equipment issue. The pilot was traveling alone and no injuries were reported.

Agencies on scene included the Shelby County Sheriff’s Department, Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas Department of Emergency Management and Shelbyville Volunteer Fire Department.