Milwaukie DUI Driver Charged with Manslaughter After Fatal Red-Light Crash

A fatal crash in Milwaukie involving a 2013 Chrysler and a 2011 Infiniti resulted in the death of a female passenger and serious injuries to others. Austin R. Jones, 26, was driving the Chrysler and reportedly ran a red light at the intersection of Southeast McLoughlin Boulevard and Southeast Milport Street, striking the Infiniti. Police investigations indicate that speed and intoxication were factors in the collision. Jones and his passenger were hospitalized, with the passenger in critical condition, while the driver and passenger of the Infiniti sustained life-threatening injuries, with the female passenger later dying in the hospital. After being released from medical care, Jones was arrested and charged with first-degree manslaughter and reckless driving, with additional charges under investigation. Authorities continue to seek information from the public as the investigation is ongoing.