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2 college sophomores dead, 7 injured after car strikes cyclists on training ride
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk Josh Jarnagin , as published by KGNS — Sitewide
· August 20, 2026
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Key points A 69-year-old man, John Benfield, was arrested in connection with the crash and is facing charges including vehicle homicide and aggravated assault. The Ballad Health hospital system confirmed that the crash involved cyclists from Milligan University.
A car crash resulted in the deaths of two college sophomores who were part of a university cycling team. The crash also injured seven others. The incident involved a group of bicyclists on a training ride.
A 69-year-old man, John Benfield, was arrested in connection with the crash and is facing charges including vehicle homicide and aggravated assault. The crash occurred on a state route at an intersection. Two people died and several others were taken to a hospital.
The Ballad Health hospital system confirmed that the crash involved cyclists from Milligan University. Further details about the incident are available from the source, including the circumstances surrounding the crash and the charges against the suspect.
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Category: safety Published: August 20, 2026 Source: KGNS — Sitewide Reading time: 1 min
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