![[12-10-2024] Man Killed, Two Others Injured After Two-Vehicle Crash Near Stevens Creek Boulevard](https://ak1.to//fnh.webp)
A 66-year-old San Jose man was killed, and two others were injured following a two-vehicle collision near Stevens Creek Boulevard and Tyler Street in Santa Clara on Tuesday afternoon, December 10, 2024.
According to Santa Clara police Lt. Mike Crescini, the crash occurred around 12:20 p.m. when a 20-year-old San Jose man was speeding westbound on Stevens Creek Boulevard in a pickup truck. The truck collided with an SUV making a left turn from eastbound Stevens Creek Boulevard into a driveway.
Upon arrival, officers found the SUV driver, a 66-year-old San Jose man, on the ground. He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
The SUV passenger, a 65-year-old San Jose woman, sustained life-threatening injuries and was also hospitalized.
The driver of the pickup truck was uninjured, but his passenger, a 19-year-old San Jose man, suffered injuries that were not life-threatening and was taken to a hospital.
Authorities confirmed that alcohol and drugs did not appear to be factors in the crash.
The identity of the deceased will be released by the Santa Clara County Medical Examiner-Coroner’s Office after notification of next of kin.
The investigation is ongoing.
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.
