"Ian Choudri, the CEO of California's High-Speed Rail Authority, was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery earlier this month at his Folsom home, officials said. The 57-year-old was arrested Feb. 4 on suspicion of battery against a spouse, Sgt. John Triplett of the Folsom police confirmed. The arrest occurred in the 500 block of Borges Court, where records indicate he owns a home."
"Choudri was approved as CEO of the state agency in August 2024, and lauded by Gov. Gavin Newsom as having more than 30 years' experience in the transportation sector. Choudri replaced former CEO Brian Kelly, who retired. Choudri joined the agency from HNTB Corp., an infrastructure design firm where he previously held the position of senior vice president. Choudri did not immediately respond to requests seeking comment."
Ian Choudri, CEO of the California High-Speed Rail Authority, was arrested Feb. 4 at his Folsom home on suspicion of domestic battery. Sgt. John Triplett confirmed the arrest occurred in the 500 block of Borges Court. The agency said it is aware and reviewing the matter and offered no further comment. Choudri was approved as CEO in August 2024 and praised by Gov. Gavin Newsom for more than 30 years' transportation experience. He joined from HNTB Corp., where he was senior vice president, replacing retired CEO Brian Kelly. Choudri's attorney said police were called by a third party and prosecutors declined to file charges; the attorney said the matter is over.
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