Lloyd Collins, 38, of Whitesburg Dies in Early-Morning Bicycle Crash on KY 1148 in Isom, Kentucky
Lloyd Collins, 38, of Whitesburg, died after a pickup truck struck their bicycle on KY 1148 in Isom, Kentucky, just before 6 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026.
The Letcher County Coroner’s Office pronounced Collins deceased at the scene.
Kentucky State Police Post 13 in Hazard received the report and dispatched troopers and medical crews to the Isom community of Letcher County.
Investigators said a westbound 2000 Chevrolet Silverado struck Collins, although their preliminary findings may change as the review continues.
Authorities reported that Collins was not wearing a helmet and said no autopsy would take place, while toxicology results remain pending.
Officials have not released information about the driver, possible injuries among the vehicle’s occupants, or potential charges.
A detective continues reconstructing the crash by examining evidence from the roadway and vehicle, and authorities have not announced when that work will conclude.
Public information about Collins remains limited to their age, Whitesburg residence, and connection to the county where the crash occurred.
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