Solomun Weldekeal Araya faces five manslaughter counts for deadly I-35 crash. Crash involved 16 vehicles killing five and injuring 17. Araya accused of unsafe speed exceeding limit in construction zone. Failed to brake sufficiently and maintain lookout. Initially charged with intoxication manslaughter but toxicology showed no alcohol or drugs. Grand jury found probable cause for negligence charges. Defense claims accident due to narrow lanes barriers and traffic density. Trial expected to feature crash reconstruction experts. Bond reduced from $1.2M to $7,000. Case in 427th District Court could take 1-2 years. DA emphasizes community review of evidence. Defense attorney calls indictment desperate after failed tox tests. No intoxication evidence shifts blame to driving errors.
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