Driver Is Indicted In Grievous Multi-Car Crash On Rte 9: DA

FISHKILL, NY — A horrific Hudson Valley crash has now led to a felony indictment against one of the drivers involved.

The Dutchess County District Attorney's Office announced on Wednesday that 34-year-old Timothy Henion, of Beacon, was arraigned on an indictment returned by a Dutchess County grand jury, charging him with three felony counts of first-degree vehicular assault; three felony counts of driving while intoxicated; and five misdemeanor counts of third-degree assault.

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According to court documents, on the evening of July 23, on Route 9 in the Town of Fishkill, Henion allegedly drove a white Chevrolet while impaired by alcohol and cocaine, and crossed the double yellow line dividing the highway, causing a multi-vehicle crash which injured seven people. One of those victims involved received serious physical injuries.

"Driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol can have dire consequences," DA Anthony Parisi said. "My administration is committed to ensuring the roads of Dutchess County remain safe for all drivers, passengers and pedestrians. Driving in an impaired manner will not be tolerated."

Bail was set, and Henion's next court date is scheduled for February 18.

The case was investigated by the New York State Police and is being prosecuted by Senior Assistant DA Anthony Kiser.