An Eau Claire man has been charged with a felony after police allege he was under the influence of drugs when he crashed with another driver head on.
On January 31 just after 4 p.m. police were called to Route 38 in Center Township for two-vehicle head on collision. Police say that 18-year-old Seth Heist had fallen asleep when driving and crossed over the center line.
The victim of the crash had to be transported Allegheny General Hospital with serious injuries.
After an investigation police found THC products in Heist’s car. When he was taken to the hospital a blood tested was completed and it confirmed to have THC in his blood.
He was charged with aggravated assault by vehicle, driving under the influence and possession of drug paraphernalia. He is awaiting a preliminary hearing.
