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Folsom Today
By the People, for the People
California High-Speed Rail CEO arrested in Folsom
Ian Choudri taken into custody on suspicion of domestic battery
Published on Feb. 18, 2026
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The CEO of the California High-Speed Rail Authority, Ian Choudri, was arrested earlier this month in Folsom on suspicion of domestic battery, officials said Monday. While police confirmed the booking, additional details regarding the specific circumstances of the incident have not been released.
Why it matters
The arrest of the CEO of the high-profile California High-Speed Rail project raises concerns about leadership and potential impacts on the project's progress and public confidence.
The details
Ian Choudri, a 57-year-old veteran of the transportation and construction industry, was appointed to lead the high-speed rail project in August 2024. The Folsom Police Department said Choudri was taken into custody on February 4 in the 500 block of Borges Court.
- Choudri was arrested on February 4, 2026.
The players
Ian Choudri
The 57-year-old CEO of the California High-Speed Rail Authority who was appointed to lead the high-speed rail project in August 2024.
California High-Speed Rail Authority
The state agency responsible for the development and construction of the California high-speed rail project.
Folsom Police Department
The law enforcement agency that arrested Ian Choudri on suspicion of domestic battery.
What’s next
The Folsom Police Department and the California High-Speed Rail Authority are expected to provide more details about the incident and any potential impact on Choudri's leadership role in the coming days.
The takeaway
The arrest of the high-speed rail project's CEO on domestic battery charges raises concerns about the project's leadership and public confidence, underscoring the need for transparency and accountability in the management of this critical infrastructure initiative.
