Fatal Pedestrian Accident in San Jose
- A female pedestrian was fatally hit by a vehicle on Capitol Expressway in San Jose.
- The tragic incident occurred on Sunday night according to police reports.
- Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the pedestrian's death.
A tragic incident occurred Sunday night in San Jose when a female pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle. Police responded to the scene at the intersection of Snell Avenue and Capitol Expressway around 10:30 p.m., where they discovered the victim had sustained severe injuries. Despite being transported to a local hospital, she was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. The driver involved in the collision remained at the scene and is cooperating with law enforcement as they conduct their investigation. Authorities have not released the identity of the victim pending notification of her family. In response to the incident, police have closed several roadways to facilitate the investigation. Westbound Capitol Expressway from Seven Trees to Snell Avenue and eastbound Capitol Expressway from Vista Park to Snell Avenue are currently shut down. Additionally, the entire intersection of Snell Avenue and Capitol Expressway will remain closed for an extended period as officers gather evidence and assess the circumstances surrounding the collision. San Jose Police are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. This tragic event highlights ongoing concerns regarding pedestrian safety in urban areas, prompting calls for increased awareness and potential measures to prevent similar accidents in the future.