Collin County man sentenced in DUI crash that killed father of 3

FRISCO, Texas — Charles Brazil, 57, of Frisco, died in May of 2021 after a drunk driver hit him whereas on his technique to his workplace. Daphne, Charles’ spouse, remembers getting a knock on the door and two officers strolling into her house.

“It was a loud, hard knock, and it was a knock to say something was wrong,” stated Daphne.

She remembers the second vividly as a result of of how she felt. Daphne and Charles Brazil had been married 27 years, and so they have three daughters. Charles was a husband, father, church elder and luxurious realtor. He was killed at Tennyson and Dallas Parkway in Plano by a drunk driver who was over 4 occasions the authorized restrict.

A 12 months and a half later, the suspect, recognized as Raymond Caraway, was given a 20-year max sentence in a Collin County courtroom.

“A jury found Caraway guilty of manslaughter with a deadly weapon. The jury decided the guilty verdict in 15 minutes, and after the sentencing phase, it took them another 15 minutes to determine the punishment,” learn a submit from the Plano Police Department. 

“He was such a great man, you want the whole world to know,” stated daughter Bianca Brazil.

Charles was well-known in his group. He cherished carrying bowties, studying books, however extra importantly, cherished his associates, household and religion.

“He believed doing everything in excellence. Yes, you don’t half-step!” stated Daphne.

At the tip of the trial, Daphne had a quick second with Caraway’s mom. It was a easy hug that meant rather more.

“The moment she embraced me I felt as if I was hugging the defendant, her son… that I had been praying about,” Daphne stated. “I had to get on my knees and thank the Lord for preparing me for such a day as this.” 

Daphne has forgiven the motive force who killed her husband. The household is aware of they should ‘transfer on’ however perceive that won’t be straightforward. 

“It’s time for us to really heal,” stated Bianca Brazil.