Summaries for Year 2026
Fatal #: 357
Operator #: 3818
Accident #: 340
Station Sending: SPTD
#(1) Deceased
#(1) Injured
Date of Crash: 10/02/2026
Time: 10:41 AM
Location: I-40 EB / 232 MM
City: PALESTINE
County: ST FRANCIS
Deceased
| Name (Vehicle #) | Age | City | M/F | Driver | Passenger | Pedestrian |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RALPH EDWARD FAIRFIELD (2) | 78 | MARYVILLE TN | M | X |
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Injured
| Name (Vehicle #) | Age | City | M/F | Driver | Passenger | Pedestrian |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARTHA ROMIG FAIRFIELD (2) | 69 | MARYVILLE TN | F | X |
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Vehicles
Vehicle
Year
Direction
Hwy.
1. HYUNDAI
2013
EB
I-40
2. TOYOTA
2014
EB
I-40
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Initial Narrative:
V2 WAS PARKED ON THE OUTSIDE SHOULDER. V1 ENTERED THE OUTSIDE SHOULDER AND STRUCK V2.
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| Weather Condition: CLEAR | Road Condition: DRY | |
| Injured Taken To: FORREST CITY MEDICAL | Body Held At: ST FRANCIS COUNTY CORONER | |
| NOK Notified: YES | Investigating Officer: TRP MICHAEL D STEELE 641 | Agency: ASP |