Cyclist killed in collision on Sam Rayburn Tollway service road in McKinney

Police investigating fatal crash at busy intersection

Apr. 17, 2026 at 2:56am

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An extreme close-up of a twisted, scuffed bicycle wheel rim against a pitch-black background, conveying the violence of a fatal collision without depicting any graphic imagery.A damaged bicycle wheel rim serves as a grim reminder of the dangers cyclists face on the roads, as a fatal collision claims another life.Dallas Today

A cyclist was killed in a collision with a vehicle on the Sam Rayburn Tollway service road in McKinney, Texas on Thursday. The crash occurred at the intersection of Alma Drive and the tollway service road, and the cyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. The southbound service road was shut down as police investigated the incident, and the victim's identity is being withheld pending family notification.

Why it matters

Cyclist safety is an ongoing concern in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, with many busy roads and intersections posing risks to vulnerable road users. This fatal crash highlights the need for improved infrastructure and safety measures to protect cyclists and prevent such tragic incidents.

The details

According to police, the crash involved a vehicle and a cyclist at the intersection of Alma Drive and the Sam Rayburn Tollway service road. The cyclist was pronounced dead at the scene, and the southbound service road was closed down as authorities investigated the incident. No additional details about the crash or the parties involved have been released.

  • The crash occurred on Thursday, April 17, 2026.

The players

McKinney Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the fatal crash.

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What’s next

Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the crash and have not yet released the identity of the victim, pending family notification.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for greater safety measures and infrastructure improvements to protect cyclists on the roads in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. As the investigation unfolds, local officials will likely examine ways to enhance safety and prevent similar fatal collisions in the future.