A man was charged Friday with intoxication manslaughter after five people were killed and several injured in a late-night wreck in Austin, Texas, that involved over a dozen vehicles on Interstate 35, authorities said.

Authorities said that the five people killed in the crash that involved 17 vehicles Thursday just before 11:30 p.m. included three adults, a child and an infant. First responders said that 11 people were taken to hospitals.

Solomun Weldekeal Araya, 37, was charged with five counts of intoxication manslaughter and two counts of intoxication assault after the crash, Austin police said Friday. Police said he was in custody in Travis County Jail. It was not immediately clear if he had an attorney. Jail records did not list an attorney for him.

Police have not detailed the circumstances that led to the wreck. Police said in an email Friday that they were still early in the investigation and had no further information available to release.

The southbound lanes of I-35 were closed following the crash, and they remained closed into Friday before reopening at about 1 p.m. The wreck left a stretch of the interstate littered with mangled vehicles and debris.

The collision was “very large and very complex,” police Officer Austin Zarling said at an early morning news conference.

Edgar Viera told NBC affiliate KXAN of Austin that he was at a nearby store when he heard the crash and went to try to help those involved.

“We didn’t have the proper tools to open the vehicles, so we just did what we could,” Viera told the station. “It was hard to see this.”

AUSTIN, Texas — Antone’s in Austin celebrates 50 years of blues this year. To mark the momentous occasion for the legendary nightclub, a SXSW panel of icons in the club’s history took to the stage to discuss memories from the past half century that made the club what it is today.

“You heard about blues music, you heard about Antone’s, you just knew,” said Eve Monsees, guitarist and co-owner of Antone’s Record Shop. Monsees got her start at Antone’s at just 14 years old.

Monsees went to Austin High School with Gary Clark Jr., another Austin music legend. The two started as students of the club, learning from the greats that performed there, until they eventually went on to play their own shows.

Port Arthur, Texas, native Clifford Antone opened Antone’s in 1975. At a time when disco was in, Antone’s was a place to preserve the magic of blues music.

Common acts in the early years included Muddy Waters, BB King, Jimmy Reed and Buddy Guy, along with developing acts that later came along like Stevie Ray Vaughn, Jimmie Vaughan, Bob Schneider and Clark Jr.

Another legend from that time at the panel was Grammy-nominated musician John Primer, who was the guitarist for Muddy Waters. He and CJ Chenier both performed at Antone’s during the venue’s early days.

Chenier is the son of Grammy award-winning artist and zydeco legend Clifton Chenier, who was the club’s inaugural performer. CJ performed with the Red Hot Louisiana Band and recalls his first time at Antone’s falling on his 21st birthday.

“I had the best time of my life turning 21 at Antone’s on Sixth Street,” Chenier said.

As co-owner of the record shop, where she has worked since 2001, Monsees is able to show the younger generations what classic blues is all about.

When asked if there’s a future for blues, CJ responded confidently, “the blues will never die.”

Primer jumped in, adding: “Blues is always alive, it will never go away. It’s not asleep. And it’s not sad music. Blues tells a story — if something good happened to you or something bad, it’s all about life,” he said. “Don’t let nobody tell you that blues is dead.”

A celebration for the venue’s 50th anniversary takes place Friday. The day party is from noon to 5 p.m., and a showcase for SXSW badgeholders continues from 7 p.m. to past midnight.

See the full lineup here.

During spring break, many students head back home or go on vacation outside the state. However, for the students staying on campus during this break, The Daily Texan found events happening throughout the week to keep spring break interesting.

March 14-29 – Rodeo Austin
In honor of rodeo season, Rodeo Austin, located on 9100 Decker Lake Rd., hosts events including shopping, live music, a livestock show and a chance to watch the ProRodeos. Some nights feature top artists, including country singer-songwriter Ella Langley and country artist Gary Allan. Tickets can be purchased for the concerts on Ticketmaster or StubHub; as for the rodeo itself, tickets can be purchased on the Rodeo Austin website. Aside from live attractions, attendees can try “Texas-sized” food and drinks with items like corn dogs and iced tea.

March 15 – John Summit at SXSW
Spring break starts at the end of SXSW, a creative festival and conference held in Austin. On March 15, popular DJ John Summit, known for his unique take on house music, performs at the Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online ranging from $238 to $2,083 for general admission and pit standing area as of publication, or you can enter with a SXSW badge. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

March 15 and 16 – Tyler the Creator Concert
Following his new album’s release, Tyler the Creator will perform at 7:30 p.m. on March 15 and 16 for his ‘Chromakopia: The World Tour’ stop at the Moody Center. As of publication, tickets range from $189 to $17,984. Special guests include Lil Yachty and Paris Texas, a Los Angeles alternative-rap duo.

March 16 and 23 – The Domain Farmers Market
The Domain, located in North Austin, hosts a farmers market every Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. that showcases produce and craft vendors. Located at The Lawn at The Domain, the farmers market platforms locally grown products.

March 15-17 – St. Patrick’s Day at The Domain
In addition to the farmers market, The Domain hosts a lively, all-day St. Patrick’s Day event. Like many bars, the beer will be dyed green to honor the St. Patrick’s Day spirit. Along with drinks, live music such as bagpipe performances will line the streets, and around lunch time at Jack & Ginger’s, there will be a Guinness Dance Off for the chance at a grand prize.