Police are investigating a hit-and-run crash after a vehicle struck a Brazilian jiujitsu academy in San Jose on Sunday afternoon, August 3, 2025.
According to the San Jose Police Department, the incident occurred on the 800 block of Park Avenue when a vehicle crashed into Caio Terra Academy. The driver fled the scene following the impact.
Authorities later confirmed that the same vehicle was involved in a separate collision with another vehicle before the suspect fled both scenes. No injuries were reported in either crash.
The front of the academy sustained visible damage. Staff and community members cleaned up the scene Sunday night, and the building was temporarily boarded up. Despite the damage, classes resumed as scheduled on Monday.
Police stated they have the suspect’s license information and video evidence. The investigation remains ongoing.
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