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February 3, 2022 - The Center square was the scene of a two-vehicle crash Thursday night, February 3, 2022.
Center Police officers, assisted by the Texas Department of Public Safety, investigated the crash on San Augustine Street that occurred sometime before 9:30pm.
A black 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee driven by a female driver had been eastbound on San Augustine Street at a speed excessive for the square when, as it entered the square, it struck a pickup truck in a parking spot. The pickup truck was a black 2010 Ford F-150 which remained at the location where it was struck.
The Jeep continued to the other end of San Augustine Street just before the intersection with Shelbyville Street where it came to a halt and the driver fled on foot.
No injuries were reported at the time of the incident, and the driver of the Jeep was not immediately located. The Jeep was towed from the scene.
The crash is under investigation by Center Police Officer Jerry Payne and he was assisted with the investigation by Officer Brian Wright.
February 3, 2022 - Timpson ISD will begin classes at 10:00 a.m. this Friday, February 4, 2022.
February 3, 2022 - Shelby County offices will open at 10am tomorrow, Friday, February 4 due to possible inclement weather conditions.
February 3, 2022 - Joaquin ISD will have a delayed start on Friday, February 4th due to winter weather conditions. Classes will begin at 10:00 a.m. Buses will run approximately two hours later than normal and staff will need to report at 9:30 a.m.
February 3, 2022 - Center ISD will have a 2 hour delayed start to school tomorrow, Friday, February 4, 2022. We will continue to monitor roads and the weather throughout the night. If something changes, we will notify you immediately. Continue to monitor local media, our web-site and social media pages.
February 3, 2022 - Update: The Shelby County Sheriff’s Department reports, the suspect has been identified and a warrant has been issued for his arrest.
This would not have been possible without the assistance of the public.
The SCSO greatly extends a thank you to all that helped identifying the suspect.
February 2, 2022 - The Shelby County Sheriff's Office is asking for your assistance in identifying the suspect depicted in the photos.
The suspect is wearing a black face mask but he does appear to have a beard. Note the suspect does have a large star tattoo on the right side of his neck.
If you have information, please contact SCSO Investigator Chad Hooper at (936) 572-5045. You can remain anonymous.
Leah Chase, Public Relations
February 3, 2022 - Tenaha ISD will delay start school Friday, February 4 due to pending inclement weather.
- Students report at 10am.
- Teachers report at 9:30am.
Continue to monitor Shelby County Today and social media in the event something changes.
February 3, 2022 - Shelbyville ISD will start at 10am tomorrow, Friday, February 4 due to possible inclement weather conditions.
February 3, 2022 - Excelsior ISD is on a two-hour delay on Friday, February 4 for all district operations due to area road conditions caused by inclement weather.
- Staff will report to work two hours later than your usual start time.
- Classes will begin two hours later than the usual start time.
- Students who ride the bus will be picked up two hours later than the usual pick-up time.
February 2, 2022 - The SCSO is seeking the public’s assistance in locating stolen property. Between January 25 and January 29, 2022, a green Polaris Ranger F150 and a 16-foot trailer were removed from a property on County Road 1245 in Center. If you have any information regarding this situation, please contact Investigator Chad Hooper at 936.572.5045.
Leah Chase, Public Relations
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