Pedestrian Killed, Motorcyclist Injured in San Jose Accident
The crash happened about 1:26 a.m. on South Bascom Avenue near Fruitdale Avenue, and the pedestrian's identity has not been released.
Candice BondA pedestrian was killed and a motorcyclist was hurt in a crash on South Bascom Avenue in San Jose on October 24, according to the San Jose Police Department.
What Happened on South Bascom Avenue
Officers responded at about 1:26 a.m. to the area near South Bascom and Fruitdale avenues. Police said a 2024 Kawasaki motorcycle was traveling southbound on South Bascom Avenue, north of Fruitdale Avenue, when it struck an adult male pedestrian who was crossing the road. Police said the pedestrian was crossing in an unknown direction. Both the motorcyclist and the pedestrian were taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries. Police said the motorcyclist was later stabilized, and the pedestrian died from his injuries.
What the San Jose Police Investigation Involves
San Jose police are looking into the collision through the department's Traffic Investigations Unit. The Santa Clara County Office of the Medical Examiner has not released the pedestrian's identity. Police asked anyone with information about the crash to contact that unit.
A full investigation into a serious crash often takes weeks, and sometimes months. Investigators usually wait for vehicle data and lab results before they finish their report.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Lost someone in a crash like this?
Here is what families in California usually need, in the order it comes up.
Death certificates. The funeral home or the family can order them, and banks and insurers each usually want a copy.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Funeral costs. Every state has a victim fund that pays funeral costs after some crashes, and the fund decides who qualifies.
Survivor payments. If the person who died had worked, their spouse or children may get monthly Social Security payments. Applying early matters.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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