Autumn Campbell and Douglas Hartley Die in Horrific Crash on SH 6 [Eastland County, TX]

Eastland County, TX (June 23, 2025) — Douglas Hartley, 56, and Autumn Campbell, 44, lost their lives following a head-on collision involving a semi-truck on Friday afternoon in Eastland County.

According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the crash happened around 3:41 p.m. on State Highway 6 near the intersection of Farm to Market Road 1853. Investigators said Hartley was driving a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan northbound when the vehicle crossed the center line and collided head-on with a southbound Freightliner truck tractor pulling a dirt semi-trailer.

Hartley, who was wearing a seat belt, died at the scene. Campbell, who was not wearing a seat belt, was ejected during the collision and also died at the scene. The driver of the semi-truck sustained injuries.

Authorities have not determined why the SUV crossed into oncoming traffic, and the crash remains under investigation.

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Sweet Lawyers extends its heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of Douglas Hartley and Autumn Campbell. We hope they find strength and comfort during this difficult time.

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