A male passenger was killed, and a driver was injured after a single-vehicle DUI collision in San Jose early Saturday morning, June 29, 2024.
According to the San Jose Police Department, the crash happened just before 2:30 a.m. in the area of McKee Road and Francis Drive.
Initial investigation showed that a woman was driving a red 2022 Subaru sedan at a high rate of speed when she lost control and went over the center median and across all eastbound lanes. Her vehicle then careened through a fence and crashed into the second story of a residence.
No residents were reportedly injured as of this writing, but the male passenger inside the vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene. Meanwhile, the driver was transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. She was taken into custody at the hospital on charges of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated.
The names and ages of the people involved were not yet disclosed, but further information on the collision will be released once it becomes available.
Police work is underway.
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.
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