Bandera County, TX — September 6, 2025, Andrew Cunnar was injured in a motorcycle accident at about 2:15 a.m. on State Highway 16/Robertson Creek Road.
A preliminary accident report indicates that a 2024 BMW K1600 motorcycle was headed west when it overturned after swerving to avoid a wild animal in the road north of Medina.
Motorcyclist Andrew Cunnar, 54, was seriously injured in the crash, according to the report.
Authorities have not released any additional information about the Bandera County crash at this time.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
Moments after a crash, it’s natural to latch onto a simple explanation, especially when something unexpected like an animal in the road is involved. But even when things seem straightforward, a closer look often reveals layers that deserve more attention.
Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? Late-night motorcycle crashes often get chalked up to bad luck or momentary distraction, especially when the rider survives. But real crash analysis goes well beyond that. Did investigators reconstruct the bike’s path using laser mapping or look into the rider’s actions leading up to the swerve? At 2:15 a.m., fatigue or visibility issues may come into play, but they don’t tell the whole story. What matters is whether the team on scene had the time, tools and training to go deeper than surface-level assumptions.
Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? A sudden swerve and overturn might suggest the bike reacted unpredictably, raising questions about potential mechanical failures. Even high-end motorcycles can have issues with stability systems, steering components or electronic ride controls. If the bike was recently serviced or had any recalls, that could change the narrative. A hands-on mechanical inspection is key, especially if the bike’s behavior didn’t match what an experienced rider would expect.
Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? Modern motorcycles like the BMW K1600 often carry onboard data systems that track speed, lean angle, braking force and more. Did investigators pull this data? Was the rider braking or accelerating before the swerve? Was GPS running to confirm location and speed? Without this digital evidence, conclusions about what happened and why are mostly guesswork.
When crashes happen, it’s tempting to wrap them up quickly and move on. But if we stop asking deeper questions, we risk overlooking the real causes, and missing the chance to prevent the next one.
Key Takeaways:
- It’s not enough to assume a crash was unavoidable just because an animal was involved.
- Mechanical or system failures may cause a bike to handle unpredictably under stress.
- Data from the motorcycle can paint a much clearer picture of what really happened.
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