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SAN JOSE, Santa Clara County, Calif., Oct. 21, 2026 — A driver was hospitalized following a hit-and-run crash on Monday night, October 19, on northbound US-101 near the Blossom Hill Road onramp in San Jose, according to the California Highway Patrol. The agency's traffic log shows the crash was reported shortly after 8 p.m.
The California Highway Patrol's report noted a vehicle stopped on the right shoulder of northbound US-101 near Blossom Hill Road. Fire crews were called to the scene to help free or treat the injured occupant, and an ambulance was requested for a reported injury.
Firefighters reportedly held onto the vehicle keys while crews worked to confirm whether it had been parked and locked near a fast-food restaurant on Blossom Hill Road, based on radio traffic in the CHP log. The injured person was taken to Kaiser for treatment, according to the dispatch record. San Jose police were also notified and reportedly confirmed the crash occurred near an apartment complex, with no prior incidents noted at that location.
The case is being investigated as a hit-and-run, meaning the driver believed responsible for the crash left the scene before officers arrived. No description of that vehicle or driver had been released as of this writing. The extent of the hospitalized driver's injuries has not been confirmed.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
Crash Reports and Road Safety in San Jose, CA
This crash happened at US-101 and Blossom Hill Road in San Jose, CA. Readers following crash news in Santa Clara County can find city-level information on our guide to crashes in San Jose, CA, including how to request a report.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do most traffic accidents happen?
Many serious crashes occur on busy stretches of highway and near on- and off-ramps, where merging traffic and speed differences increase the risk of a collision.
What injuries are most common in car accidents?
Common injuries include whiplash, cuts and bruises, broken bones, and head or neck trauma. Even minor crashes can cause injuries that aren't obvious right away, so a medical evaluation afterward is important.
What to Do After a Hit-and-Run Crash in San Jose, CA
Being struck by a driver who flees the scene is frightening and disorienting. If you're involved in or witness a hit-and-run, try to note any details you can, a license plate, vehicle color, or direction of travel, and report them to police as soon as possible. Even partial information can help investigators.
Seek medical attention even if injuries seem minor at first; adrenaline can mask pain, and documentation from a doctor can matter later. File a police report promptly and ask for a case number so you can follow up on the investigation. Contact your own insurance company to begin a claim, since uninsured motorist coverage often applies in hit-and-run cases. Keep records of any medical visits, repair estimates, and communications related to the incident.
