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Two-vehicle crash claims the life of a Temple man
By Toni Marie at FOX 44 News (KWKT)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
BELL COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is currently investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred Friday morning, June 19, 2026, on State Highway 36 near the northwest Bell County line. According to preliminary information, a 2013 Mack truck operated by ...
Key takeaway According to preliminary information, a 2013 Mack truck operated by 42-year-old Jonathan Aaron Thomas of Temple was traveling [...
Why this matters in The Waco
The fatal crash on State Highway 36 near the northwest Bell County line is a stark reminder of the dangers that exist on rural roads in Central Texas. As the Texas Department of Public Safety investigates this incident, local residents are likely to be concerned about the safety of this particular stretch of highway. The fact that a commercial vehicle was involved in the crash may also raise questions about truck safety and regulations in the area. For residents of nearby Waco , this crash is a somber note that the risks of driving are ever-present, even on familiar roads. The city's proximity to State Highway 36 means that many Waco residents may have traveled on this road, and the crash may prompt some to think about their own driving habits and the importance of road safety in the community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 44 News (KWKT) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? BELL COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is currently investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred Friday morning, June 19, 2026, on State Highway 36 near the northwest Bell County line. According to preliminary information, a 2013 Mack truck operated by ...
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