Cyclist Killed in South Memphis Hit-and-Run on East Mallory Road as Police Seek Driver

What happened

A bicyclist was killed Wednesday evening in South Memphis after being struck by a vehicle whose driver left the scene, authorities said. Officers were dispatched at 6:36 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, to a report of a person struck on East Mallory Road beneath the railroad overpass near South Third Street. The victim was confirmed to have been riding a bicycle and was pronounced dead at the scene.

As of Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, police had not released a description of the vehicle involved or the driver. The investigation remained active.

Investigation status and what’s unknown

Police have not publicly identified the victim or provided details on the circumstances leading up to the collision, including the direction of travel of either party, roadway lighting conditions, whether the cyclist was in a travel lane or shoulder, or whether surveillance or traffic-camera footage is available from the area.

In fatal hit-and-run investigations, the early hours often focus on identifying vehicle damage patterns, locating witnesses, and reviewing any available video. In this case, officials have not announced whether any physical evidence—such as debris from the striking vehicle—has been recovered or whether detectives have narrowed the search to a specific make or model.

How this fits into a broader pattern

The location of Wednesday’s fatal crash sits along a corridor that has seen multiple serious and fatal traffic incidents documented in recent years, including separate hit-and-run investigations in the broader South Third Street and East Mallory Avenue areas. Those cases have involved pedestrians and other roadway users and have often turned on limited initial suspect information, such as partial vehicle descriptions and damage characteristics.

What the public can do

• Anyone who was traveling on East Mallory Road near South Third Street around 6:36 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, is urged to review dash-camera footage for possible evidence.
• Residents and businesses near the railroad overpass are encouraged to check exterior security cameras for recordings from the early evening hours.
• Tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 901-528-CASH (2274).

The driver did not remain at the scene, police said, and no vehicle description had been released as the investigation continued.

This story will be updated as officials release the victim’s identity, vehicle details, or information about potential charges.