Two Milligan University Cyclists Dead After Collision in Tennessee
Two cyclists from Milligan University were killed and others injured when a car collided with their team on a highway in Tennessee.
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, August 20, 2026 —
Two student cyclists from Milligan University have died following a collision with a vehicle on a highway in Tennessee. Several other members of the cycling team sustained injuries in the incident.
The accident occurred on a highway in Tennessee. The specifics of the collision, including the exact date and location, were not immediately available. The extent of the injuries sustained by the other cyclists has not been detailed.
Milligan University, located in Elizabethton, Tennessee, has a known cycling program. Details regarding the team’s training or competition status at the time of the collision were not provided. Information about the individuals involved, including their names and hometowns, has not yet been released.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. The make and model of the vehicle involved, as well as the driver’s condition and identity, were not disclosed. Further information regarding the cause of the collision and any potential charges is pending the outcome of the investigation.
This is a developing story, and more details will be reported as they become available.
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