Melissa Lauman and Charles Rackley Killed in Fort Worth Crash on Interstate 30 near Loop 820

Fort Worth, Texas (September 20, 2023) – Two people were killed, and two others were injured early Monday morning in a crash in Fort Worth, according to the police.

The fatal crash happened just before 12:30 a.m., September 18, on eastbound I-30 near Loop 820.

Police said the crash involved a Chevrolet pickup truck, a Cadillac, and a motorcycle.

Two people were killed in the crash. They have been identified by the Tarrant County medical examiner’s office as Melissa Lauman, 44, and Charles Rackley, 53.

Two other people were taken to the hospital for treatment.

The crash remains under investigation. Anyone who might have witnessed the crash is asked to call 817-392-4886.

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