San Jose, CA – On the evening of Monday, June 9, 2025, a single-vehicle crash involving a pedestrian resulted in a fatality, according to CHP Fatal.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the collision occurred around 8:55 PM on State Route 130 near Saw Tooth Canyon, a mountainous and relatively remote stretch of highway east of San Jose.
Initial reports indicated that the vehicle struck a retaining wall, and that a pedestrian was pinned between the vehicle and the wall. It was later revealed that the driver may have been ejected during the impact.
Towing services were contacted and directed to the location to assist with vehicle recovery. Flatbed tow trucks and wreckers from multiple companies were routed to the site throughout the night.
The identity of the deceased individual has not been released, pending confirmation and notification of next of kin. It remains unclear whether the deceased was the driver, a pedestrian, or both.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances leading up to the collision. The area remained closed to through traffic for several hours while emergency personnel conducted scene assessments and cleared the wreckage.
Wrongful Death Claims & Comparative Negligence
Determining fault in a collision can involve multiple factors, and under California’s Comparative Negligence rule, several parties can share partial responsibility. Should someone else be found even partly responsible for the death, the family may be able to file a Wrongful Death claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance. This can provide compensation to help cover medical bills, funeral expenses, and the loss of income to support the family of the deceased.
