UPDATE: A tragic multi-vehicle crash in Santa Clara has left two individuals dead early Sunday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP). The accident occurred on Highway 101 at approximately 1:11 a.m., when a 2023 Hyundai Elantra carrying a 27-year-old woman from San Jose and a 44-year-old man from Menlo Park was struck from behind by an unidentified vehicle.
In an alarming turn of events, the impact caused the Elantra to hit the median barrier and flip over. Eyewitness reports indicate that the unknown vehicle fled the scene immediately after the collision. Fortunately, both passengers managed to exit the overturned vehicle, but their ordeal was far from over; moments later, a third vehicle, a Hyundai Accent, collided with the Elantra, resulting in the fatalities.
The driver of the Hyundai Accent remained on the scene, while authorities continue to investigate the circumstances of this devastating incident. The identities of the victims have not yet been disclosed by the CHP, but sources confirm they were from the local area.
This incident underscores the ongoing concerns regarding road safety and the consequences of reckless driving. As the CHP investigates, they have classified the information released thus far as preliminary, with a full report expected to be made available on Monday.
Residents and commuters are urged to remain vigilant on the roads, especially during late-night hours, as authorities work to gather more details surrounding this tragic event.
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops and ensure to share this information with your community to raise awareness about road safety.
