Bicyclist Killed In North Waco Crash

Police investigating fatal collision at busy intersection

Mar. 21, 2026 at 11:06am

A 56-year-old bicyclist was killed in a collision with a vehicle in Waco, Texas on Friday night. The incident occurred at the intersection of North Martin Luther King Junior Blvd. and Carver Avenue, where the bicyclist was struck by a northbound vehicle while crossing the boulevard. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation by Waco police and the Texas Department of Public Safety.

Why it matters

Bicyclist fatalities have been on the rise in many U.S. cities, highlighting the need for improved infrastructure and safety measures to protect vulnerable road users. This tragic incident in Waco underscores the importance of addressing these issues to prevent similar accidents in the future.

The details

According to police, the 56-year-old male bicyclist was riding east across North Martin Luther King Junior Blvd. when he was struck by a northbound vehicle at the intersection with Carver Avenue. The bicyclist was rushed to a local hospital but was later pronounced dead. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and has been fully cooperative with the investigation.

  • The incident occurred on Friday, March 20, 2026 at 8:48 p.m.

The players

Waco Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the fatal collision.

Texas Department of Public Safety

The state law enforcement agency assisting Waco police with the ongoing investigation.

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What’s next

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not yet released the identity of the victim or made any arrests or filed charges against the driver involved.

The takeaway

This tragic accident highlights the need for improved road safety measures and infrastructure to protect bicyclists and other vulnerable road users in Waco and across the country.