A man was arrested Tuesday after police said he drove drunk and caused a 6-vehicle crash on the Watterson Expressway in Louisville.
James Barnes, 40, is charged with commercial driving under the influence, wanton endangerment and reckless driving.
According to Barnes’ arrest citation, Louisville Metro Police officers responded just after 4 p.m. to reports of a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 264 East at the Breckenridge Lane exit.
Police said Barnes was driving a commercial vehicle and rear-ended the car in front of him, causing a chain reaction that led to the 6-vehicle crash.
At least one person was trapped in their vehicle and three people were hospitalized, according to the citation. All lanes near the crash were also blocked while police investigated, causing a major traffic backup in the area.
While speaking to Barnes, officers noticed the smell of alcohol on his breath. According to the citation, Barnes also admitted to consuming a “substantial amount of alcohol” the night before.
Barnes appeared in court Wednesday, where he posted a $7,500 surety bond. He is due back in court on November 19.
Source: WDRB+WAVE
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