A late-night collision in San Jose on Tuesday ended tragically with the death of an infant and injuries to two other pedestrians. The incident occurred around 11:40 p.m. at the intersection of King Road and Ocala Avenue.
A woman and another child were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, while the infant was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver involved in the collision remained at the location following the incident. As the San Jose Police Department continues to investigate, they are advising drivers to avoid the area as the intersection will be closed for several hours.
This tragic event marks San Jose’s 27th traffic fatality of the year, underscoring the critical importance of road safety and the devastating consequences of traffic accidents. The incident serves as a grim reminder to all drivers to remain vigilant, especially in areas populated by pedestrians.