Driver Charged in Deadly Domino's Crash Arrested

34-year-old man faces multiple counts, including aggravated vehicular homicide, after a high-speed crash killed a 43-year-old man.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 6:06am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shattered car sensor lens reflecting a faint red light, conceptually representing the aftermath of a high-speed collision.The aftermath of a deadly chain-reaction crash exposes the grim reality of reckless driving and the need for improved road safety measures.Today in Dayton

Alexander Hernandez, 34, has been arrested and charged with several counts, including aggravated vehicular homicide, aggravated vehicular assault, vehicular assault, and OVI, after a deadly crash in Dayton, Ohio in September 2026. Hernandez was driving a black Dodge Ram at a high rate of speed when he ran a red light and collided with a white Toyota Camry, pushing both vehicles into a parked car that then crashed into a local Domino's pizza shop. The driver of the Camry, 43-year-old James Moody, was killed in the incident.

Why it matters

This case highlights the tragic consequences of reckless driving and the need for stricter enforcement and penalties for those who endanger public safety on the roads. It also raises questions about the safety of buildings and pedestrians near busy intersections, and whether additional measures should be taken to protect them from out-of-control vehicles.

The details

According to the police report, Hernandez was driving northbound on S. Smithville Road shortly after midnight on September 26 when he ran a red light and collided with the Camry at the intersection of Third Street. The impact sent both vehicles into the parking lot of the nearby Domino's, where they struck a parked car and pushed it into the building, causing the parked car to end up in the restaurant's walk-in cooler/freezer. Moody, the driver of the Camry, was killed in the crash, while Hernandez suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries. A 25-year-old woman also suffered minor injuries.

  • The crash occurred shortly after midnight on September 26, 2026.
  • Hernandez was arrested and booked into the Montgomery County Jail on April 16, 2026.

The players

Alexander Hernandez

A 34-year-old man who was driving a black Dodge Ram at a high rate of speed and ran a red light, causing the deadly crash.

James Moody

A 43-year-old man who was the driver of the white Toyota Camry and was killed in the crash.

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What’s next

Hernandez is expected to appear in court on April 16, 2026, where a judge will determine if he should be allowed out on bail.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of safe and responsible driving, and the devastating impact that reckless behavior can have on innocent lives. It also underscores the need for continued efforts to improve road safety and protect pedestrians and businesses near busy intersections.