NB I-680 Collision Kills San Jose Woman

CHP Searches for Suspect Driver in San Jose Deadly Hit-and-Run Crash

San Jose, CA (March 8, 2026) – A 63-year-old San Jose woman lost her life following a NB I-680 collision past Friday midnight.

It was around 1:30 a.m. when the deadly hit-and-run crash happened on the freeway’s northbound offramp toward Alum Rock Avenue.

Responding officers found the victim suffering from her injuries lying on the road.

Immediately, the woman was rushed to a hospital where she was declared dead.

Officers are asking those who have details or may have witnessed this deadly crash to contact CHP San Jose Area Office at 408-961-0900.

Sweet Lawyers express sympathies to the bereaved family of the deceased. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

When a Loved One Dies in Traffic Collision

Nowadays, unexpected death can happen anytime. Sadly, a person’s negligence can have devastating effects on other people.

Thus, knowing that when a person dies due to another’s negligence or misconduct, the bereaved can sue the negligent parties for the damages that they caused.

Some of the situations that could result in a wrongful death are homicide, medical malpractice, traffic accidents, and more.

Additionally, when the bereaved files for a wrongful death claim, economic and non-economic damages are taken into consideration. These can include high medical bills, loss of benefits, funeral services costs, emotional distress, loss of income, and much more.

Our litigators here at Sweet Lawyers would love to tell you more about a possible wrongful death case and how it can help you and your family.

To the loved ones of the deceased, you do not have to face the aftermath alone. Reach out to us at (800) 674-7852. Our legal team would love to discuss a possible legal case concerning this deadly collision.

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