Deadly Hwy 87 Crash in San Jose Leaves Two Deceased, Including a Child.
A devastating four-vehicle crash occurred on northbound Highway 87 in San Jose early Tuesday morning, claiming the lives of two people, including a child. The horrific incident happened just past the Curtner exit and before 11 am, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as apocalyptic, with flames engulfing three cars involved in the massive crash, which was later determined to have been caused by an accident between two Teslas facing opposite directions. The Lexus sedan where the two deceased were sitting was smashed against the median wall.
According to California Highway Patrol (CHP) Officer Ross Lee, all three drivers of the cars that went up in flames managed to escape, but sadly, two occupants – an adult and a child – perished in the inferno. Another occupant is reported to be injured and taken to a hospital for treatment, while the other driver from the fourth car involved was able to drive away.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation by the CHP at this time, but it's been stated that alcohol or drugs were not believed to have contributed to the incident. The officer emphasized that investigating such incidents requires meticulous attention and thorough examination of evidence, including burnt-out vehicles.
As a result of the fatal crash, traffic was severely disrupted for miles, forcing drivers off the highway at Curtner, where all lanes reopened by 3:45 pm. Safety messages from Officer Lee echoed the importance of safe driving practices – emphasizing the need to watch speed, maintain proper following distances, and avoid distractions while behind the wheel.
In such cases, the value of life is starkly highlighted, with the devastating loss of young lives leaving an indelible mark on families and communities.
A devastating four-vehicle crash occurred on northbound Highway 87 in San Jose early Tuesday morning, claiming the lives of two people, including a child. The horrific incident happened just past the Curtner exit and before 11 am, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as apocalyptic, with flames engulfing three cars involved in the massive crash, which was later determined to have been caused by an accident between two Teslas facing opposite directions. The Lexus sedan where the two deceased were sitting was smashed against the median wall.
According to California Highway Patrol (CHP) Officer Ross Lee, all three drivers of the cars that went up in flames managed to escape, but sadly, two occupants – an adult and a child – perished in the inferno. Another occupant is reported to be injured and taken to a hospital for treatment, while the other driver from the fourth car involved was able to drive away.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation by the CHP at this time, but it's been stated that alcohol or drugs were not believed to have contributed to the incident. The officer emphasized that investigating such incidents requires meticulous attention and thorough examination of evidence, including burnt-out vehicles.
As a result of the fatal crash, traffic was severely disrupted for miles, forcing drivers off the highway at Curtner, where all lanes reopened by 3:45 pm. Safety messages from Officer Lee echoed the importance of safe driving practices – emphasizing the need to watch speed, maintain proper following distances, and avoid distractions while behind the wheel.
In such cases, the value of life is starkly highlighted, with the devastating loss of young lives leaving an indelible mark on families and communities.
. I mean, what's the point of even having seatbelts if they're not gonna work right? Like, Tesla owners are always talking about how safe their cars are... yeah, well, maybe not as safe as you think 
. And don't even get me started on how this whole thing could've been prevented if just one person was paying attention while driving 
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. It's like they must have been doing something right or whatever. I mean, accidents happen, you know? And maybe it's not entirely the driver's fault that this whole thing went down 
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. But like, can't we just have a universal GPS system that prevents all accidents from happening in the first place? That'd be the best way to prevent these kinds of tragedies 
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just read about that tragic Hwy 87 crash in San Jose & it's still hard to believe what happened 
two people, including a child, lost their lives in that fiery accident... my heart goes out to the families of the victims 
. It's not just the loss of life, but also the trauma & destruction left behind. Investigators are taking their time to get to the bottom of it, which is good 
. Speeding & distractions behind the wheel can be deadly 
, let's all take a moment to reflect on our driving habits & make sure we're safe out there on the roads 
it's a harsh reminder to always be extra careful and alert while driving... 2 seconds of distraction can lead to catastrophic results 
just when you think your day couldn't get any worse, a huge crash on Hwy 87 happens, leaving two people (including a kid) dead 
it's not like anyone was speeding or anything, but I guess those Teslas just wanted to have a little dance party in the middle of the road 
. Anyway, glad all three drivers escaped with their lives (but not their cars, lol) and someone's gonna be looking back on this for a long time... poor family 
. It's really important for us to be mindful of our actions on the road, you know? Speeding, distractions, and reckless driving can have devastating consequences 
. Stay safe out there, everyone! 
I know accidents happen, but to lose control and end up with flames engulfing your car is just... awful 
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. Speed, following distances, distractions... it's all so avoidable 