CARTER COUNTY, Tenn. (WCYB) — Update: Milligan identified the victims of the bike team crash Wednesday morning. The school said sophomores Haylan Engdahl and Brayden Rodgers died. They added that many other cyclists are “seriously injured” and ask to keep the Milligan community in their prayers. ____________ Ballad Health CEO Alan Levine said Wednesday that members of the Milligan cycling team were involved in the crash that killed two people. and hurt many more. Seven victims have been taken to Johnson City Medical Center. We will have updates as they become available. Ballad Health released the following statement: “Ballad Health is deeply saddened by the tragic incident involving Milligan University cyclists who were struck by a vehicle in the Hampton area of Carter County this morning. Our prayers are with the victims, their families and everyone affected by this devastating event. The Carter County Sheriff’s Department has confirmed that two people died at the scene and others are being treated for their injuries. At least one person is being airlifted to Johnson City Medical Center. The “Trauma surgeons are at Johnson City Medical Center and our teams are prepared to respond. We are working closely with law enforcement and emergency response partners and will provide additional information as it becomes available.” The families of those whose lives were lost pray for the speedy recovery of the injured and stand in solidarity with the entire Milligan community during this incredibly difficult time.” —UPDATE: Two people are dead and many more injured after a crash involving a vehicle and several bicycles, according to Carter County Sheriff Mike Fraley. Highway 19E in Simerly Creek on Wednesday. Carter County 911 is asking drivers to avoid the area as emergency crews work on We do not yet have confirmed information on injuries, the number of vehicles involved or how long the area will be affected.
