Bicyclist Killed in Hattiesburg Accident
HATTIESBURG, MS— A bicyclist was killed after being struck by a vehicle on Edwards Street on the night of September 12, 2026.
At approximately 10:47 p.m., Hattiesburg Police responded to reports of the collision in the 1500 block of Edwards Street. Authorities confirmed that the bicyclist was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation. Hattiesburg Police are reviewing evidence and interviewing witnesses. Edwards Street was temporarily closed during the response and investigation.
Further details on the victim's identity and the circumstances of the accident are pending release from the authorities. The investigation remains ongoing.