A man died in a suspected drunken driving crash on Highway 101 in San Jose early Sunday morning, September 1, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, officers were alerted to a single-car collision on southbound Highway 101 near San Antonio Street, south of the East Santa Clara Street on-ramp, around 3:31 a.m.
The initial investigation determined that a 19-year-old San Jose man was driving a Mercedes CLS500 when he lost control and crashed into the right-hand shoulder of the freeway.
Another 19-year-old man sitting in the left-rear passenger seat, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was ejected from the car and suffered fatal injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene. His name has not been released pending notification of his next of kin by the Santa Clara County Medical Examiner-Coroner’s Office.
The driver and a second male passenger, also 19, sustained minor injuries. The CHP confirmed that alcohol impairment is suspected to be a factor in the crash, and the driver was arrested.
There is no additional information immediately available.
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.
