According to the California Highway Patrol logs, the collision took place around 5:45 p.m. on northbound State Route 87, just north of the Curtner Avenue on-ramp.
San Jose, CA – At least one person sustained major injuries in a traffic collision that happened Friday afternoon in San Jose.
According to the California Highway Patrol logs, the collision took place around 5:45 p.m. on northbound State Route 87, just north of the Curtner Avenue on-ramp.
San Jose firefighters responded to the scene and found a sports motorbike and a gray sedan involved in the crash.
At least one person sustained major injuries in the collision.
The Nos. 1 and 2 lanes were blocked following the crash.
CHP officers are investigating the accident.
According to the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), there were 3,294 total fatal and injury victims in San Jose crashes, placing the city 11th out of 15 similar‑sized jurisdictions in statewide rankings, reflecting a high overall impact. Alcohol‑involved collisions accounted for 377 killed or injured victims (13/15), with drivers under 21 and ages 21–34 both contributing notably to these crashes. Motorcycle crashes involved 69 victims (14/15), while pedestrian and bicyclist collisions resulted in 314 (11/15) and 251 victims (7/15), respectively, underscoring risks for vulnerable road users. Among specific crash types, speed‑related collisions had 642 victims (9/15), nighttime crashes had 406 (11/15), and hit‑and‑run collisions involved 318 victims (13/15), showing persistent issues with high‑risk behaviors across San Jose's roadways.
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