San Jose reports seventh traffic fatality of 2025

San Jose police are looking into a traffic accident that resulted in a fatality over the weekend. The incident took place on Saturday night at about 10:15 p.m. on Almaden Expressway near Ironwood Drive. A driver struck and killed a male pedestrian. Emergency medical workers pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene. The Santa Clara County Medical Examiner-Coroner’s Office will identify the victim after notifying his family. According to San Jose police, the driver of a red 2009 Kia sedan was heading south when the accident occurred. The driver remained on the scene and is cooperating with authorities. Initial investigations suggest that alcohol and drugs were not involved in the crash. This tragic event marks the seventh traffic fatality in San Jose this year. Last year, there were 10 traffic deaths by this time. Police are encouraging anyone with information to reach out to Detective Rachel Bowen at the provided email address. Further updates are expected.