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Birmingham Cyclist Killed in Double Collision | Huntsville News
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded on August 13, 2026, when 39-year-old Marcus D. Gordon was fatally struck by two vehicles while biking in Birmingham. First hit by a Jefferson County Sheriff’s SUV, he was then struck again by a Volvo tractor-trailer driven by 60-year-old Leon Hapton. Alabama State Troopers lead the investigation, with the Sheriff’s Office referring all inquiries to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. The deputy involved has not been publicly named. This devastating incident serves as a sobering reminder of road dangers—and our hearts go out to Marcus’s loved ones during this…
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