![[12-02-2025] Two Killed, Including Child, After Fiery Four-Vehicle Crash on Highway 87 Near Curtner Avenue in San Jose](https://ak1.to//VbU.webp)
Two people, including a child, were killed, and two others were injured after a fiery four-vehicle crash on northbound Highway 87 in San Jose on Tuesday morning, December 2, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at 10:49 a.m. and involved two Teslas, a Lexus, and a Toyota Sienna.
CHP said the Teslas and the Lexus caught fire, and an adult and a juvenile inside the Lexus died at the scene. The driver of one of the Teslas was transported to a hospital with injuries of unknown severity. The driver of the Toyota Sienna remained at the scene, cooperated with investigators, and was later released.
Northbound Highway 87 was shut down just north of Curtner Avenue, and traffic was diverted onto Curtner Avenue as emergency crews responded. CHP said alcohol and drugs did not appear to be factors, and the investigation is ongoing.
The cause of the crash is under investigation.
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.
