Update (February 18, 2026): Authorities have identified the man killed in this accident as Alexander Sosa Lopez, 31, of Lewisville.

Denton County, TX — February 3, 2026, a motorcyclist was killed in a hit-and-run accident at about 2 p.m. in the 15500 block of F.M. 428.

Authorities said a Dodge 3500 pickup and a motorcycle collided near Creekview Meadows Avenue, and the pickup left the scene of the crash near Celina.

The motorcyclist, whose name has not been made public yet, died from injuries suffered in the crash, according to authorities.

The Dodge driver was arrested on charges of criminally negligent homicide and collision involving death, authorities said.

Authorities have not released any additional information about the Denton County crash at this time.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

After serious crashes, the early focus is often on what happened at the scene. That makes sense. But time and again, the most important answers come from what happens after the flashing lights are gone and the roadway is quiet again. The real question is whether anyone took the extra steps needed to understand why the collision unfolded the way it did.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? A basic scene review rarely tells the full story in a motorcycle collision. A thorough investigation means more than photographs and measurements. It means documenting vehicle positions with precision, mapping movement paths and examining what each operator was doing in the moments before impact. It also means spending enough time on the case to test assumptions rather than relying on quick conclusions. Some officers have advanced crash training and experience with complex dynamics. Others do not. That gap matters, especially when a smaller vehicle like a motorcycle is involved and the physical evidence can be limited or easily misunderstood.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? When a large pickup and a motorcycle collide, it is easy to focus only on driver behavior. But mechanical issues can play a quiet role. Brake problems, throttle issues or warning system failures may not leave obvious clues at the scene. Both vehicles should be preserved and inspected, not just the one that suffered the worst damage. If a system failed or behaved unexpectedly, that information can change how responsibility is understood.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? Modern vehicles record far more than many people realize. Speed, braking, throttle input, and other data can often be pulled from onboard systems. Phone records can help show whether distraction was a factor. Location data and nearby camera footage can help establish timing and movement. This digital evidence can confirm or challenge statements and fill in gaps that physical evidence cannot.

When investigators slow down and ask deeper questions, they protect the integrity of the outcome. Careful work helps ensure that conclusions are based on facts, not assumptions, and that nothing important is missed simply because it was harder to uncover.

Key takeaways:

• A full crash investigation goes beyond a quick scene review and requires time and expertise.
• Vehicle inspections matter, even when a cause seems obvious at first glance.
• Electronic data often holds answers that physical evidence alone cannot provide.