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2 college sophomores dead, 7 injured after car strikes cyclists on training ride
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Josh Jarnagin , as published by Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· August 20, 2026
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Key points Authorities arrested a 69-year-old man from North Carolina in connection with the incident. A car crash resulted in the deaths of two college sophomores who were part of a university cycling team.
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. Authorities arrested a 69-year-old man from North Carolina in connection with the incident. He faces charges including vehicle homicide by recklessness and aggravated assault by vehicle.
The crash occurred on a state route at an intersection with a creek road. Two people died at the scene. Several others were taken to a hospital for treatment.
Further details about the crash and the investigation are available from the source.
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Category: safety Published: August 20, 2026 Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News Reading time: 1 min
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