Andre Kocher, Scott Mages Killed in Bicycle Accident on FM 455 in Pilot Point

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The deadly accident happened at about 8:19 a.m. on December 20 on FM 455 E just east of Fritcher Road.

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Andre Kocher, Scott Mages Killed in Bicycle Accident on FM 455 in Pilot Point

Pilot Point, TX – The two bicyclists who were hit and killed by a vehicle Saturday morning in Pilot Point have been identified as Andre Kocher and Scott Mages, according to officials.

The deadly accident happened at about 8:19 a.m. on December 20 on FM 455 E just east of Fritcher Road.

Police said Kocher and Mages were riding their bicycles when they were struck by a vehicle on the highway.

One of the cyclists was taken to Celina Methodist Hospital, where he later died. The other cyclist was airlifted to Medical City Plano, where he also later died.

Both Kocher and Mages were members of the Frisco Triathlon Club.

No additional information regarding the accident was available.

The police are investigating the accident.

Earlier Story

Pilot Point, TX – Two bicyclists were hit and killed by a vehicle Saturday morning in Pilot Point, according to the police.

The deadly accident happened at about 8:19 a.m. on December 20 on FM 455 E just east of Fritcher Road.

Police said two bicyclists were struck by a vehicle on the highway.

One of the cyclists was taken to Celina Methodist Hospital, where they later died. The other cyclist was airlifted to Medical City Plano, where they also later died.

The identities of the victims have not been released.

No additional information was available.

The police are investigating the accident.

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