Man Accused of Killing Mother of His Child Keeps Parental Rights While Out on Bond

Mar. 15, 2025

Ulise DeLao, left, and Brittany Torres.Photo:Randall County Jail;GoFundMe

Randall County Jail;GoFundMe

A Texas man who is currently out on bond after being charged with manslaughter in connection with the car-related death of the mother of his child will be allowed to keep his parental rights, according to court records and multiple news outlets.

Ulise DeLao is accused of striking Brittany Torres, 27, while Torres was standing outside of the vehicle on May 27 in Canyon, Texas, according toa statementfrom the Canyon Police Department. Police said Torres was pronounced dead at the scene.

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“Brittany was a vibrant 27-year-old woman, full of life, dreams, and kindness,” the fundraiser read. “Her sudden and unexpected death has left a void that can never be filled.”

She was remembered as a “loving daughter, sister, mother, and friend,” according to the fundraiser.

It’s unclear if DeLao has entered a plea to the manslaughter charge. PEOPLE reached out to an attorney listed for him in court records but did not hear back in time for publication.

source: people.com