San Jose, CA. – One person was injured in a pedestrian accident in San Jose on Tuesday morning.
According to a report by the California Highway Patrol, the accident happened around 3:47 p.m. at Story Road and McLaughlin Avenue.
Multiple vehicles and a pedestrian were involved in the accident.
The pedestrian, described as an adult male, suffered a head injury in the accident.
The pedestrian was taken to hospital in unknown condition.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
Over the past few years, San Jose has shown consistently high numbers of serious traffic collisions according to the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) crash rankings. In 2020, San Jose recorded 2,444 victims killed or injured in crashes, with 310 alcohol-involved collisions, over 240 pedestrian injuries or deaths, and substantial counts of bicyclist and speed-related incidents; hit-and-runs also ranked high compared with similar large cities. In 2021, total fatal and injury victims rose to 2,745, with 389 alcohol-related cases, nearly 250 pedestrian victims, and persistent motorcycle, speed-related, nighttime, and hit-and-run collisions showing ongoing risk factors. By 2022, San Jose saw 3,036 total fatal and injury victims, including 361 alcohol-involved crashes, over 318 pedestrian victims, and high counts in bicyclist and speed-related categories. In 2023, the trend continued with 3,294 killed or injured, 377 alcohol-related cases, and elevated speed-related and hit-and-run collision counts, indicating that serious traffic crashes have remained a major safety issue in San Jose.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident, it’s important to speak with an experienced pedestrian accident attorney as soon as possible. A San Jose car accident attorney will help protect your rights, guide you through the claims process, and ensure you pursue the compensation you deserve. Contact a trusted car accident lawyer today to discuss your legal options.