Police charge Sergio Jose Quesada in Deaths of 3 Heavy Metal Band Members

Jan 16, 2016 - 07:50
 0  0
Police charge Sergio Jose Quesada in Deaths of 3 Heavy Metal Band Members

An Athens man faces vehicular homicide charges after investigators said he caused a crash that killed three people.

Georgia State Patrol troopers said Sergio Jose Quesada, 28, fell asleep at the wheel causing a van with 12 members of two heavy metal bands to drive off the road and crash. The crash happened last April on Interstate 85 in Jackson County.

Atlanta-based Khaotika and Wormreich, from Huntsville, Ala., were the two bands sharing the ride in the 15-passanger van. Nicholas Crisostomo, 25, of Round Hill, Va.; Ian McKinney, 30, of Madison, Tenn.; and Paul J. Truesdell, 29, of Mableton, Ga. were killed in the crash.

Both bands were traveling from a gig in Spartanburg, S.C. to a concert in Atlanta.

Quesada also faces DUI and failure to maintain lane charges.

What's Your Reaction?

Like Like 0
Dislike Dislike 0
Love Love 0
Funny Funny 0
Angry Angry 0
Sad Sad 0
Wow Wow 0
Mike Gallagher Mike Gallagher is a Georgia-based freelance journalist covering local news, community developments, and regional issues that matter most to residents across the state. Writing for Georgianewsday.com since 2016, Mike has built a reputation for clear, balanced reporting and a strong connection to the communities he serves. His work spans city council decisions, school board updates, small business features, public safety reports, and statewide policy changes. In addition to local coverage, Mike occasionally reports on state politics and national headlines, offering readers context on how broader decisions impact Georgia communities. Known for his steady, fact-driven approach, Mike prioritizes accuracy, fairness, and accessibility in every story. Whether covering a town hall meeting or breaking political developments, he aims to inform readers with clarity and integrity. Outside the newsroom, Mike remains actively engaged in Georgia’s civic landscape, always seeking the next story that shapes the state’s future.