The CEO of the California High-Speed Rail Authority was arrested earlier this month in Folsom on suspicion of domestic battery, officials said Monday.
Ian Choudri
California High Speed Rail Authority
The Folsom Police Department said Ian Choudri, 57, was taken into custody on February 4. The arrest took place in the 500 block of Borges Court.
While police confirmed the booking, additional details regarding the specific circumstances of the incident have not been released.
The California High-Speed Rail Authority issued a brief statement following the announcement of the arrest, noting that it was “aware of the matter and is reviewing it.” The agency declined to comment further.
Choudri, a veteran of the transportation and construction industry, was appointed to lead the high-speed rail project in August 2024.
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