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San Jose Pedestrian Death Highlights Rising Traffic Fatalities in 2025

A man was struck and killed by a vehicle on Almaden Expressway, marking the city's seventh fatal traffic collision of the year, as investigations continue.

  • A pedestrian was struck and killed by a red 2009 Kia sedan on Saturday night near Almaden Expressway and Ironwood Drive in San Jose.
  • The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities, who confirmed that alcohol and drugs were not factors in the collision.
  • The pedestrian, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene by medical personnel, according to the San Jose Police Department.
  • This marks the fifth pedestrian death and seventh fatal traffic collision in San Jose in 2025, underscoring growing concerns over traffic safety.
  • The crash remains under investigation as of Monday, March 24, 2025, with authorities seeking additional information from the public.
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