UPDATED Feb. 5, 2024: Murfreesboro, TN - The Murfreesboro Police Department Fatal Accident Crash Team (FACT) is actively continuing their investigation into a devastating crash that claimed the life of a recumbent bike rider and left another injured on Medical Center Parkway.
76-Year-old Terry Sague of Castalian Springs, died after being hit by a car while he was on the sidewalk, on his recumbent bike. The incident occurred when the driver of a 2020 Lexus RC3 2-door coupe reportedly lost control, swerved, and tragically collided with the group of bicyclists who were patiently waiting for a traffic light to change at the intersection of Joe Knight Dr. and Medical Center Parkway. The preliminary investigation, conducted by FACT, indicates that the car jumped a curb, striking the bicyclists on the sidewalk at around 11:49 a.m. this past Saturday (02/03/2024), according to the MPD.
Police later released further details suggesting the driver of the Lexus skidded and swerved from the inside lane of Medical Center Parkway, continued onto the sidewalk, and then collided with two of the three recumbent bicycle riders. The car then hit a pedestrian crosswalk pole and came to a stop after striking a tree. Emergency responders swiftly transported Mr. Sague to Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital, where unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries.
The driver of the coupe was promptly taken to the hospital for evaluation and has since been released. However, the possibility of charges against the driver is being considered as the investigation unfolds. The driver of the Lexus was not hurt.
FACT urges anyone who may have been in the vicinity at the time of the crash to come forward as potential witnesses. The investigative team is keen on gathering information from drivers or bystanders who can contribute valuable insights into the tragic incident. If you were in the area at the time and saw what happened, please contact Officer Carlie Coe by email at 1127@murfreesborotn.gov.
In the aftermath of the collision, Medical Center Parkway between Arnhart Drive and Thompson Lane was closed for nearly six hours to facilitate investigative procedures. The diligent efforts of FACT continue as they work towards understanding the circumstances surrounding this fatal crash.
DISCLAIMER: All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The arrest records or information about an arrest that are published or reported on NewsRadio WGNS and www.WGNSradio.com are not an indication of guilt or evidence that an actual crime has been committed.
(UPDATE 5:50PM Sat. 2/3/24) One of the two recumbent bike riders passed away in the ER at Ascension St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital. The other bicyclist is in stable condition. The Murfreeesboro Police Department Fatal Accident Crash Team (FACT) reports that a driver ran into a group of recumbent cyclists as they waited for a traffic light to change at 11:49AM Saturday morning on Medical Center Parkway.
(UPDATE as of 1PM Sat. 2/3/24) Murfreesboro Police report two recumbent bicyclists have been hospitalized after being hit by a car.
The outbound lanes of Medical Center Parkway between Thompson Lane and Arnhart Drive are shutdown due to the serious injury crash involving a car and a group of recumbent bike riders at the corner of Joe Knight Dr. this (Saturday) morning. Two of the bicyclists were taken to the hospital. No word on their condition.
MPD advises to find an alternate route.
(ORIGINAL STORY 11:55AM Sat. 2/3/24) Murfreesboro Police report that the outbound lanes of Medical Center Parkway, between Thompson Lane and Arnhart Dr., are shutdown due to a serious injury crash involving a car and a group of recumbent bicyclists at the corner of Joe Knight Dr.. The crash took place shortly before noon on Saturday. Two of the bicyclists have been taken to the hospital. No word on their condition. Please find an alternate route.
DISCLAIMER: All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The arrest records or information about an arrest that are published or reported on NewsRadio WGNS and www.WGNSradio.com are not an indication of guilt or evidence that an actual crime has been committed.
