Passenger Killed, Several Injured in Suspected DUI Wrong-Way Crash on Highway 87 in San Jose – July
Resumen del accidente: In the early hours of July 21, 2025, tragedy struck on Highway 87 in San Jose when a wrong-way suspected DUI driver caused a deadly collision. Authorities reported that a 2017 Dodge Durango traveling northbound in the southbound lanes collided with a Nissan Altima just north of Taylor Street. Despite evasive maneuvers from both drivers, the vehicles struck front-right to front-right. A 36-year-old San Jose passenger inside the Nissan later died from his injuries, while multiple others were hospitalized. The Dodge’s driver, a 24-year-old from Mountain View, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.
| Datos rápidos | Detalles |
|---|---|
| Tipo de accidente | Suspected DUI Wrong-Way Collision |
| Ubicación | Highway 87 near Taylor Street, San Jose, CA |
| Fecha | July 21, 2025 – 2:18 a.m. |
| Partes involucradas | 2017 Dodge Durango, Nissan Altima, multiple occupants |
| Lesiones | Several occupants hospitalized, critical injuries reported |
| Muertes | 36-year-old male passenger in Nissan |
| Fuerzas del orden | California Highway Patrol (CHP) San Jose |
| Nota legal | Potential wrongful death and personal injury claims under California law |
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🚨 Qué sucedió
A Dodge Durango traveling the wrong way on Highway 87 collided with a Nissan Altima near Taylor Street. Both drivers attempted to swerve, but the vehicles struck front-right to front-right, resulting in multiple injuries and the death of a 36-year-old passenger.
🧑⚕️ Atención médica
- Passengers in both vehicles transported to the hospital with critical injuries
- One 36-year-old man later died at the hospital
- Drivers sustained minor injuries
🚔 Investigación en curso
The California Highway Patrol San Jose office is leading the investigation. CHP Official Website
