Overview
- Deputies say that on Saturday, July 18, a vehicle passed two cyclists on FM 159 in Brazos County then stopped, reversed and struck 26‑year‑old Hannah Rapp, who was treated at the scene, taken to a hospital and later died.
- The driver, Charles Medina, 31, was arrested at the scene and has been charged with manslaughter as detectives continue to gather evidence and review the case.
- Rapp turned professional in 2024, won the NABF featherweight title, compiled an 8‑1‑1 record and challenged Tiara Brown for the WBC women’s featherweight crown in June.
- Promoters, the World Boxing Council and fighters including Jake Paul and Tiara Brown publicly mourned Rapp and memorials and a family fundraiser have been organized, with a GoFundMe raising several thousand dollars.
- The Brazos County Sheriff’s Office says investigators currently view the incident as isolated and the ongoing probe will determine motive and any legal outcomes and could influence local safety and enforcement discussions for cyclists.