North Texas Father Charged With Murder in Daughter's Death

Published
June 22, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Azle, Texas
private residence
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Incident type
Shooting

Summary

Shooting Azle Texas in Azle, Texas: Charles Brooks, 61, of Azle, was charged with first-degree felony murder after allegedly shooting and killing his adult daughter at a private residence in Azle, northeast Parker County, on June 21. According to Brooks' account to police, he retrieved a loaded handgun while attempting to break up a physical altercation between his daughter and her wife, and the firearm discharged, striking his daughter in the chest. Deputies, fire, and medical personnel responded to a 911 call and attempted lifesaving measures and CPR, but the victim died at the scene. Brooks was arrested on a $2 million bond and is being held at the Parker County Jail; the Texas Rangers are assisting with the investigation.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Charles Brooks Unknown Unknown

Original reporting

North Texas Father Charged With Murder in Daughter's Death | FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth

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