Denton County, TX — December 20, 2025, bicyclists Andre Kocher and Scott Mages were killed in a car accident at about 8:20 a.m. on F.M. 455 east of Pilot Point.

Authorities said a vehicle hit two bicyclists near Fritcher Road.

Both men died after being transported to local hospitals, according to authorities.

The men were identified by the Frisco Triathlon Club as club members Andre Kocher and Scott Mages, 55,.

The driver who hit them is not facing any charges at this time, authorities said.

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

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When cars and bicycles collide, the aftermath raises serious questions; not just about what happened, but about whether anyone took the time to find out why. These incidents often leave behind more uncertainty than clarity, especially when no one pushes for a full accounting of the facts.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? In crashes involving cyclists on open stretches of road, it matters whether investigators looked beyond surface-level details. Did they reconstruct the sequence of events, or determine how the driver approached the moment of impact? Not all officers have the tools or training to evaluate complex collisions involving bikes. If the investigation didn’t include detailed mapping or a timeline of driver behavior, key pieces of the puzzle may be missing.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? When two experienced cyclists are struck during a morning ride, it’s fair to ask whether the vehicle itself functioned properly. Brake failure, steering issues or sensor errors can happen without leaving obvious clues. Unless a qualified mechanic inspects the vehicle, these kinds of failures can go undetected, leaving everyone to assume the crash was entirely due to human error.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? Modern vehicles and smartphones can provide data about speed, braking and lane position, which help clarify what happened in the seconds before a collision. Traffic cameras, GPS and driver phone records can also confirm whether distraction played a role. Without this kind of digital evidence, authorities may be relying solely on witness memory and initial impressions.

In incidents like this, it’s not enough to record what happened; someone has to look at why. Without that effort, important truths risk being overlooked.

Key Takeaways:

• Thorough crash investigations require more than scene documentation.
• Mechanical issues may play a role, even if they're not immediately visible.
• Electronic data often holds critical answers about driver behavior and vehicle response.