Fort Worth, TX — September 18, 2023, Melissa Lauman and Charles Rackley were killed and two were injured after a car accident just after midnight along I-30.
Right now, few details are available concerning factors leading up to the crash. Authorities say the incident occurred at around 1:00 a.m. along the interstate in the area of Cooks Lane.

The cause of the crash cannot be confirmed at this time. Authorities said only that a motorcycle, a dark pickup, and a white Cadillac crossed paths and collided along the interstate. Due to this collision, a man and a woman were killed. Tarrant County officials identified the deceased victims as 44-year-old Melissa Lauman and 53-year-old Charles Rackley.
Two others involved in the crash had unspecified injuries. It’s unclear which vehicle the victims were in when the crash occurred. At this time, no further information can be confirmed, and authorities say they are seeking witnesses that can provide statements about events surrounding the accident.
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