Pedestrian killed in San Jose collision at busy intersection

Police investigating second pedestrian death in city in three days

Jan. 27, 2026 at 5:31pm

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A pedestrian was killed in a collision at the intersection of Story and King roads in San Jose on Tuesday morning, according to police. The fatal incident was the second pedestrian death on city streets in just three days.

Why it matters

Pedestrian safety is an ongoing concern in San Jose, with two traffic fatalities already recorded in 2026 after two such deaths by the same point in 2025. The latest incident occurred at a busy intersection, raising questions about road design and driver behavior.

The details

The collision was reported at 11:19 a.m. at the intersection of Story and King roads. The pedestrian died at the scene, while the involved driver stopped and spoke to investigators. Police said surrounding roadways were closed as the SJPD Traffic Investigations Unit examined the collision site.

  • The fatal collision was reported at 11:19 a.m. on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
  • On Sunday, January 25, 2026, a pedestrian was killed by a hit-and-run driver near South Bascom Avenue and Borello Drive in West San Jose.

The players

San Jose Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the fatal pedestrian collision.

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What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the collision and have not announced any arrests or suspect information in the Sunday hit-and-run incident.

The takeaway

The two pedestrian deaths in San Jose within three days highlight the ongoing challenges the city faces in ensuring the safety of people walking on its streets, especially at busy intersections.