83-Year-Old Man Dies in Pedestrian Crash near Regional Medical Center in San Jose
SAN JOSE, CA (January 10, 2019) – An elderly man was killed after being struck by a car Thursday night in San Jose, according to San Jose police.
The fatal incident happened around 6:40 p.m. at the intersection of McKee Road and El Rancho Verde Drive, just near the Regional Medical Center.
Authorities said the man was pushing a shopping cart in a crosswalk facing a red light on McKee Road when he was struck by a 2000 Mazda 626 driving westbound through the intersection.
The victim was taken to a hospital, where he later died. The Santa Clara County Medical Examiner-Coroner’s Office later identified the victim as Jose Sandoval, 83, of San Jose.
The driver of the Mazda remained at the scene and was cooperative, police said.
Alcohol and/or drugs were not being ruled out as factors in the crash. The incident remains under investigation.
During this time of tragedy, we would like to extend our deepest condolences and sympathies to the family and friends of Jose Sandoval. We hope they find strength and comfort as they grieve over their loss.
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