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Driver pleads guilty, admits to falling asleep in 7-vehicle pileup that killed 5, injured 4
By Frank Heinz and David Goins at NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· June 25, 2026
· 2 min read
A driver who admitted he was behind the wheel of a tractor-trailer when he fell asleep and collided with stopped traffic pleaded guilty Thursday to nine charges related to the deadly 7-car pileup that killed five people and injured four others.
A plea hearing was scheduled for Thursday for 28-...
Key takeaway A plea hearing was scheduled for Thursday for 28-year-old Alexis Osmani Gonzalez Companioni related to the June 28, 2025, crash.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The guilty plea and sentencing of Alexis Osmani Gonzalez Companioni brings a measure of closure to the families of the five people killed in the 7-vehicle pileup on June 28, 2025. For Southlake residents, the crash serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of driver fatigue on local roads. The fact that four members of one family were killed in the crash has had a profound impact on the community, with many residents still reeling from the loss. As the city continues to grow and develop, it's crucial that local leaders prioritize road safety and explore ways to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future. The sentencing of Gonzalez Companioni to 20 years in state prison and subsequent deportation may provide some sense of justice for the victims' families, but it also underscores the need for ongoing vigilance and education about the risks of driving while tired.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A driver who admitted he was behind the wheel of a tractor-trailer when he fell asleep and collided with stopped traffic pleaded guilty Thursday to nine charges related to the deadly 7-car pileup that killed five people and injured four others.
A plea hearing was scheduled for Thursday for 28-...
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