San Juan Bautista, CA – On the morning of Friday, December 12, 2025, a vehicle collision resulted in at least one person losing their life and multiple others sustaining serious injuries, according to CHP Fatal.
The CHP reports that the accident took place around 9:21 AM on San Juan Canyon Road just south of Gularte Road, in front of 3500 San Juan Canyon Road.
Authorities said the crash involved at least one vehicle and initially indicated that occupants had major injuries. Neighbors who heard the collision went to the scene to assist while emergency responders worked to reach the stranded and injured individuals on the steep terrain.
Fire department units responded promptly to provide medical aid, and multiple flatbed tow trucks were dispatched to remove vehicles from the site. CHP noted that the situation required coordinated efforts to secure the scene and ensure the safety of both victims and responders while investigating the circumstances of the collision.
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.
