Two Cyclists Dead, Seven Injured in Tennessee Collision
A car struck a group of cyclists from Milligan University during a training ride in Hampton, Tennessee. The incident resulted in the deaths of two student cyclists and injuries to seven others. A 69-year-old man was arrested and faces charges…
St. Louis, MO, August 20, 2026 —
A tragic incident occurred in Hampton, Tennessee, where a vehicle collided with a group of student cyclists from Milligan University. The training ride turned fatal, resulting in the deaths of two students and injuries to seven others.
The collision involved a car and the group of cyclists during a training session. Authorities reported that two individuals from the university’s cycling program sustained fatal injuries, while seven others were injured in the incident. The full extent of the injuries sustained by the seven individuals was not immediately detailed.
Following the incident, a 69-year-old man was arrested by law enforcement officials. He is currently facing multiple charges, including vehicular homicide and aggravated assault.
Further details regarding the specifics of the collision, including the exact time and location within Hampton, Tennessee, were not immediately provided. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
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