Truck Driver Charged After Falling Asleep, Causing I-64 Crash

Truck Driver Faces Charges After Falling Asleep at the Wheel in Virginia A truck driver is facing charges after falling asleep at the wheel and causing a significant accident on Interstate 64 in Newport News, Virginia on Tuesday. According to Virginia State Police, the incident resulted in a complete closure of all eastbound lanes. The driver, whose name has not yet been released, struck a guardrail, veered into a ditch, and collided with several trees. "When they arrived on scene all of the lanes were closed to all travel," the narrator explains in the video. Fortunately, the driver escaped serious injury. However, they now face charges of reckless driving and failure to maintain proper control of a vehicle. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of driver safety and the potential consequences of fatigue behind the wheel. The trucking industry is known for long hours and demanding schedules, making driver fatigue a significant concern. The police investigation is ongoing.