BREAKING: A shocking DUI crash unfolded on October 26, 2023, in San Jose, injuring four individuals, including a child. The incident occurred around 1:46 p.m. when the driver of a Chevy pickup lost control while navigating the Interstate 280 interchange.
Disturbing video footage shared by @sanjoseactivities_ on Instagram captures the moment the pickup truck soared off a grass embankment, landing directly in the path of oncoming traffic on I-280 south. A Honda, occupied by a man, woman, and child, collided with the truck as it crashed head-on into the freeway’s center divider.
The aftermath was chaotic, with debris scattered across both directions of traffic. Fortunately, no other vehicles were directly involved in the crash.
According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the 40-year-old driver of the pickup truck, who is from San Jose, sustained moderate injuries and was arrested for DUI after being hospitalized. The woman in the Honda suffered only minor injuries, while the child and man were reported unhurt.
This incident raises alarming concerns about road safety, particularly regarding impaired driving. The CHP urges drivers to remain vigilant and responsible to prevent such terrifying accidents.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. As of now, the community is left shaken by this harrowing event, highlighting the urgent need for stricter measures against DUI offenses.
Stay tuned for further updates as more details emerge.
