Kentucky man involved in a deadly crash now faces vehicular homicide charge, police say
A man has been charged with vehicular homicide while under the influence of alcohol for his alleged role in a fatal car crash, according to Corbin police.
The single-vehicle wreck happened Sept. 3 on 5th Street Road in Corbin. Police said Zachary Mathis was killed while James Barnes was injured.
Barnes appeared to be under the influence at the scene, according to police. A detective investigated the wreck, which ultimately led to an arrest warrant being issued for Barnes. The warrant was served Friday by the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office.
WKYT, the Herald-Leader’s reporting partner, reported that Barnes was taken to University of Kentucky Chandler Hospital for his injuries.
This is a developing story and may be updated.
Christopher Leach
Lexington Herald-Leader