One man killed, another arrested on multiple charges after two car crash on Highway 85 in Santa Clara County.

Modified Date: 
Wed, 09/24/2014 - 11:20am
Accident Date: 
Wednesday, January 29, 2014

Man Arrested After Fatal San Jose Crash.

A man has been arrested this morning for his role in a fatal crash on northbound state Highway 85 in San Jose, according to the California Highway Patrol.

A man has been arrested this morning for his role in a fatal crash on northbound state Highway 85 in San Jose, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Officers responded to a report of a crash on northbound Highway 85, just south of Camden Avenue, at about 11:30 p.m. Thursday, a CHP Officer said.

A man driving a black Nissan Maxima was speeding and rear-ended a 1966 red Volkswagen Beetle, according to CHP.

The Beetle overturned in the middle lane and the Maxima came to a stop in the shoulder, according to CHP.

Police said the man driving the Beetle was taken to a hospital where he later died from his injuries. His name has not yet been released.

The driver of the Maxima suffered just minor injuries.

Intoxication and speed appear to be a factor in the crash and the driver of the Maxima may face charges, according to police.

After being released from the hospital, the Maxima driver was arrested and booked into the county jail on suspicion of various charges.

A Sig-alert was issued at 11:44 p.m. The roadway remained closed for several hours as crews cleared the roadway and the crash was investigated.

Type: Car Accident
People Involved: 
Roadway: 
Highway 85

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