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SAN JOSE, Santa Clara County, Calif., Nov. 2, 2026 — A crash on northbound SR-87 at the Alma Avenue on-ramp left at least one person injured on Saturday afternoon, October 31, the California Highway Patrol said. The collision involved a gray BMW sedan and a silver GMC SUV.
The crash was reported in the early afternoon near the Alma Avenue on-ramp to northbound SR-87, blocking the ramp. One of the vehicles involved was described in dispatch logs as a white GMC Terrain with front right tire damage. An ambulance was requested for injuries, and fire crews responded to the scene.
Dispatch notes indicate the driver of one vehicle was being evaluated for suspected reckless driving before the collision, and a later log entry described a driver who appeared unsteady getting out of the vehicle. The CHP has not confirmed whether alcohol or drugs played a role, and no charges have been officially announced. A tow truck was called to clear the damaged SUV from the roadway, and at least two lanes were shut down for a period while crews worked the scene.
Investigators later noted the involved party had an outstanding Santa Clara warrant, which was cleared at the scene. The driver was reportedly transported to a hospital for a blood draw as part of the investigation. The extent of the injuries has not been released. The CHP has not said whether further charges are pending. The investigation remains open.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
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