Authorities say a tragic **head-on collision** along **FM 2015 near County Road 345** claimed the life of **35-year-old Brandi Carter** early **Tuesday morning**, leaving her family and community in mourning. The crash occurred just after **7:00 a.m.**, when a northbound vehicle driven by **31-year-old Jeremiah Munoz** allegedly crossed the center line and slammed into Carter’s southbound car.
According to the **Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)**, the impact was catastrophic. Both vehicles sustained massive front-end damage, and debris scattered across both lanes. Troopers and emergency crews rushed to the scene, but despite their efforts, Carter was pronounced dead before medics could render aid. Munoz, who sustained minor injuries, was taken into custody at the scene after officers observed **signs of intoxication**.
Following field sobriety testing and further evaluation, Munoz was **arrested and charged with intoxication manslaughter**, a second-degree felony under Texas law. He was later booked into the **Smith County Jail**, where he remains held pending bond. Authorities stated that alcohol was believed to be a major contributing factor in the deadly crash.
Investigators from DPS closed FM 2015 for several hours as they conducted a **crash reconstruction** and gathered physical evidence, including skid marks, vehicle debris, and on-board computer data, to better understand the sequence of events.Family and friends describe Brandi Carter as a kind, hardworking woman with a bright smile and a heart full of love for those around her.
Her sudden loss has left loved ones devastated and the community shaken.DPS officials are continuing to analyze evidence and toxicology results as the investigation proceeds. Meanwhile, Carter’s death serves as yet another painful reminder of the deadly consequences of driving under the influence — a tragedy that could have been prevented.
