![[05-28-2025] Two Children Injured in Suspected DUI Crash Involving VTA Bus in Gilroy](https://ak1.to//0lItP.webp)
Two minors sustained moderate injuries after a suspected DUI driver crashed into a VTA bus in Gilroy on Wednesday night, May 28, 2025.
According to the Gilroy Police Department, the crash occurred around 7:00 p.m. at the intersection of Monterey and Howson Streets.
Authorities said the VTA bus was idling while picking up passengers when it was struck by a vehicle driven by 24-year-old Angel P. of Gilroy.
After the collision, the vehicle driver allegedly attempted to flee the scene on foot, but bystanders intervened and detained him until law enforcement arrived.
Emergency responders transported two children who were passengers on the bus to a hospital with moderate injuries. The suspect was treated for unspecified injuries and later booked into the Santa Clara County Jail on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
