Driver in fatal I-35 pileup was not under the influence, lawyer states
The lawyer representing the man accused of causing a fatal accident on I-35 stated that an independent lab did not detect any drugs or alcohol in his blood sample. The police reports revealed that Solomun Araya claimed he had not been drinking at the scene. Authorities are reviewing the preliminary toxicology findings in collaboration with prosecutors to ascertain the appropriate charges. In the tragic crash that involved 17 individuals and 18 vehicles near Parmer Lane and Howard Lane, five people lost their lives, and 11 others were injured, with two sustaining life-threatening injuries. Lanes were reopened the following day, and tolls were temporarily waived during the scene cleanup. The defendant faces multiple charges, including intoxication manslaughter and assault, with ongoing investigations into potential negligence in a lawsuit against ZBN Transport and Amazon. The Austin Police Department provided a statement acknowledging the toxicology reports and mentioned that specific charges are yet to be determined in collaboration with the Travis County District Attorney's Office as the investigation continues.
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