One killed in crash near Story Road in San Jose

Police say the multi-vehicle wreck occurred just before noon on Friday.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 8:55pm

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One person was killed in a multi-vehicle crash that occurred just before noon on Friday near the intersection of Story Road and Lucretia Avenue in San Jose's Little Saigon neighborhood, according to police. The crash resulted in road closures in the area that are expected to last several hours as investigators examine the scene.

Why it matters

This fatal collision on a major thoroughfare in San Jose is likely to cause significant traffic disruptions and delays in the area, impacting commuters, businesses, and access to nearby attractions like Kelley Park and Happy Hollow Park and Zoo.

The details

Police responded to the multi-vehicle wreck at 11:56 a.m. on Friday near the intersection of Story Road and Lucretia Avenue. One person was killed in the collision, though authorities did not immediately release additional details about the victims or what led to the crash. Story Road is being shut down between McLaughlin and Roberts avenues as traffic investigators examine the scene.

  • The crash was reported at 11:56 a.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026.

The players

San Jose Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the fatal multi-vehicle crash.

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What’s next

Police have not indicated when Story Road will reopen to traffic, but have warned the closures will be in place for several hours as the investigation continues.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the need for continued road safety improvements and traffic management strategies in San Jose to prevent such fatal collisions, especially on major thoroughfares like Story Road.