San Jose, CA: Fatal Wrong-Way Crash on Highway 85
1 Killed in San Jose Crash on Southbound Highway 85 near De Anza Boulevard Off-Ramp
San Jose, California (March 22, 2021) – One person was killed Sunday morning in a traffic accident involving a wrong-way driver in San Jose, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The deadly crash happened at about 8:00 a.m. Sunday, March 21, in the southbound lanes of Highway 85 near the De Anza Boulevard exit.
Reportedly, a vehicle was heading northbound in the southbound lanes of Highway 85 when it was involved in a crash with two other cars.
Two of the involved vehicles were described as a taxi van and a Tesla.
One person died in the accident. The name of the victim was withheld pending notification of their next of kin.
Further details regarding the collision were not immediately available.
The crash remains under investigation.
Tips on What to do after a Car Accident in California
- Always stop and remain at the scene.
- Check if you or your passengers have been injured. In case someone is hurt, call emergency services or ask someone else to help.
- Get to safety – If your car is drivable, move it to a safe area. If it’s not, turn your hazard lights on and set up flares.
- Call 911 to report the accident.
- Never discuss or admit fault. Instead, wait for a police officer and insurance companies representatives to figure out the fault.
- Document the accident and exchange information with other drivers.
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