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DeLand, FL (May 10, 2026) – Four bicyclists were injured on Saturday morning, May 9, after a crash involving a pickup truck at the intersection of Voorhis Avenue and Wade Avenue in DeLand. The collision happened around 6:50 a.m.
According to investigators, the driver of a 2015 Chevy Silverado was traveling along Voorhis Avenue when the truck struck a group of eight bicyclists near Wade Avenue.
Emergency units responded to the scene and transported four bicyclists to nearby hospitals. Authorities said three of the injured riders suffered serious injuries. The remaining bicyclists’ conditions were not released.
The driver of the Chevy Silverado stayed at the scene following the accident. Additional details about what led up to the collision have not yet been made available.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
Our thoughts are with the injured bicyclists.
What Factors Are Often Reviewed After Bicycle Group Accidents?
Crashes involving groups of bicyclists can happen for several reasons, especially on roads shared with regular vehicle traffic. Investigators often review roadway layout, traffic flow, visibility, and the position of both vehicles and cyclists at the time of impact. Morning light conditions and driver reaction time may also be examined during the review process.
Group bicycle rides can pose additional challenges when several riders ride close together. Drivers approaching a large group may have less room to maneuver, particularly near intersections or narrower roads. In many bicycle accidents, investigators also examine speed, lane usage, and whether all parties had a clear view of the roadway ahead. Information gathered from the scene, vehicle damage, and witness statements may later help explain how the collision occurred and why some riders suffered more severe injuries than others.
