CARTER COUNTY, Tenn. (WTVC) — Two people died and several others were injured in a crash involving a vehicle and bicyclists on Highway 19 Wednesday morning, according to the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP).
Milligan University confirmed that two members of its cycling team were among the deceased, while additional team members are receiving medical treatment.
The accident occurred near Simerly Creek Road around 9:30 a.m. THP reported multiple medical helicopters were dispatched to transport the injured to local hospitals.
THP has advised drivers to avoid the area and seek alternate routes as emergency responders continue their work.
As of now, authorities have not disclosed the total number of injuries or the cause of the crash.
Stay tuned for updates.