Longview, TX – (May 20, 2026) – A two-vehicle crash blocked part of McCann Road in Longview on Tuesday afternoon after a truck reportedly went through a red light near Ruth Lynn Drive. Police said the pickup struck an SUV around 1 p.m. on May 19.
Two people riding in the SUV were injured and later brought to a nearby hospital for treatment. Their injuries were described as non-life-threatening. Southbound traffic along McCann Road remained backed up for about an hour while emergency units worked to clear the roadway.
Further details about the collision were not available at the time of publication. Investigators are still working to determine all factors that led to the accident. We are keeping the people involved in our thoughts as they recover.
Why Red-Light Violations Often Lead to Serious Traffic Injuries
Crashes tied to red-light violations can cause significant harm because they often happen at busy intersections with cross traffic moving at full speed. Drivers approaching a green light may have little time to react when another vehicle enters the roadway unexpectedly. Side-impact impacts are especially dangerous since the sides of many vehicles provide less protection than the front or rear.
Traffic signals are designed to manage the steady flow of vehicles through intersections, but distractions, speeding, and aggressive driving can increase the chance of a driver ignoring a stop signal. Road conditions, visibility, and congestion may also affect how quickly motorists can respond.
After a major roadway collision, investigators often review signal timing, vehicle positions, witness accounts, and nearby camera footage to better understand how the chain of events unfolded.
