Texas Father Charged After Daughter Accidentally Kills Brother While Driving

A tragic accident occurred in Lufkin, Texas, on April 27, 2025, when a 10-year-old girl accidentally killed her six-year-old half-brother while driving a pickup truck. The girl's father, a 31-year-old man, had allowed her to drive the vehicle. Police reports indicate that the father admitted to previously letting his daughter drive on secluded roads. The father has been arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide. The incident has sparked a renewed conversation about parental responsibility and the importance of child safety. "This is a heartbreaking case," said a local law enforcement official. "It underscores the critical need for parents to prioritize their children's safety." The family buried the child on May 3rd. The investigation continues.