HEMPFIELD MAN FACES CHARGES RELATED TO WRONG-WAY CRASH ON I-70

A Hempfield man faces charges related to a wrong-way crash on I-70 in February.  The Trib reports that 80-year-old Daniel Oliver was arraigned on Tuesday on charges of risking a catastrophe, DUI, reckless endangerment and other crimes.  State troopers say he was behind the wheel of a westbound SUV that crossed into the eastbound lane and hit three tractor-trailers just after midnight on February 10th between the New Stanton and Madison exits.  The first tractor-trailer burst into flames.  Police said Oliver’s blood alcohol level was over the legal limit.  He is free on non monetary bail. A preliminary hearing is set for July 22.