The incident occurred in January 2025. Video of the crash showed Kenneth Tran deliberately pulling his Jeep in front of a semi-truck and slamming on the brakes before the truck struck the vehicle.
According to prosecutors, Tran believed the semi-truck driver had cut him off. Prosecutors said Tran then moved in front of the truck, leading to the collision.
Tran was also found guilty of felony insurance fraud, felony vandalism and reckless driving.