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Prosecutors Decline Charges After Arrest of California High-Speed Rail CEO

Prosecutors have declined to file charges, prompting an internal review by the rail authority.

Overview

  • Folsom police confirmed they arrested California High-Speed Rail Authority CEO Ian Choudri on Feb. 4 on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic battery at his home.
  • Choudri was notified before a planned Feb. 6 court appearance that the Sacramento district attorney’s office would not file charges, according to his attorney.
  • A rail authority spokesperson said the agency is aware of the incident and is reviewing the matter.
  • The arrest came a day after Choudri appeared with Gov. Gavin Newsom to mark completion of the 150-acre Southern Railhead facility in Kern County.
  • Newsom’s office said it is awaiting more information and noted the CEO reports to the rail authority.