A late-night e-bike ride on a rural stretch of U.S. Route 61 ended in tragedy early Saturday in Lincoln County, when a pickup struck and killed a 40-year-old rider on the northbound side of the highway, authorities said. Emergency responders pronounced the man dead at the scene, and the pickup’s driver, a 36-year-old man, had no reported injuries. The collision was reported shortly after midnight and remains under investigation.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, as reported by First Alert 4, the crash involved an e-bike and a Toyota Tundra, and troopers said the front of the truck struck the rider. The station’s report notes that the rider was pronounced dead at the scene and that authorities had not identified him publicly as of early Saturday. The Tundra’s driver, a 36-year-old man, reportedly suffered no injuries.
Investigation Under Way
Missouri State Highway Patrol troopers responded to the scene and are leading the investigation. The agency maintains an online crash report portal where official records are posted; you can search recent incidents and updates on the Missouri State Highway Patrol site. Authorities had not released additional identifying details about the rider as of Saturday morning.
Safety Context
Rural, high-speed highways like U.S. 61 can be especially hazardous for bicyclists and e-bike riders because of limited shoulders and fast-moving traffic. Federal guidance urges drivers and riders to maximize visibility, use lights after dark and allow extra passing space. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration maintains a bicycle-safety resource page with tips for riders and drivers.
First Alert 4 has the initial reporting on this crash; this story will be updated if the Missouri State Highway Patrol or local authorities release additional information.
