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(KSL News) A driver is critically injured in an overnight accident in Salt Lake.
Police say the 41-year-old man was driving on 900 West when he slammed into the crossing arm of a railroad post. Officers believed his chest slammed right into the steering wheel, causing injuries.

He was taken to LDS Hospital in extremely critical condition.
Investigators believe speed and alcohol were both factors.