A pedestrian was fatally struck on Monterey Road near Edenview Drive in San Jose early Thursday, October 23, 2025.
According to San Jose police, the crash was reported at 5:59 a.m. An initial investigation found that a man driving a silver 2001 Acura sedan was northbound on Monterey Road when he hit a man who was walking east across the street.
The pedestrian died at the scene and has not yet been publicly identified pending next-of-kin notification by the Santa Clara County Medical Examiner-Coroner’s Office.
Police said the driver initially left but soon returned and cooperated with investigators. Officers added that the pedestrian was not in a marked crosswalk. The collision marked San Jose’s 30th traffic death of the year and the 15th involving a pedestrian.
Authorities continue to investigate the incident.
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.
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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.