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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 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local
· June 25, 2026
· 1 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-...
Why this matters in Frisco News
The guilty plea and sentencing of Alexis Osmani Gonzalez Companioni brings a measure of closure to the families of the victims, but the impact of the tragic crash will be felt in Frisco for a long time. The fact that the crash occurred on a local road, involving multiple vehicles and claiming the lives of five people, including four members of one family, is a stark reminder of the importance of road safety in our community. As the city continues to grow and develop, it is crucial that measures are taken to prevent such devastating accidents from happening 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 highlights the need for increased awareness and education about the dangers of driving while fatigued.
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Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local ·
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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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