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SAN JOSE, Santa Clara County, Calif., Oct. 31, 2026 — A multi-vehicle crash shut down lanes on northbound I-680 at the N Capitol Avenue off-ramp on Friday afternoon, October 30, according to the California Highway Patrol. An ambulance was called to the scene for a reported injury.
The crash was first reported as a collision involving a green and black SUV and at least one other vehicle. A later update from the California Highway Patrol's Freeway Service Patrol described an SUV facing the wrong way in lane 1 on northbound 680 near Capitol Avenue, with another SUV involved in lane 4, along with a blue SUV and a white sedan blocking the Capitol Avenue off-ramp.
All lanes of northbound 680 were briefly stopped as crews worked the scene. A white Toyota Camry involved in the crash was reported with major front-end damage and was blocking the exit lane toward Capitol Avenue before a tow truck was requested to remove it. Medics requested that CHP units control traffic near the number 1 lane while they worked.
Lanes 1 through 3 reopened by mid-afternoon, and the off-ramp reopened shortly after, according to the dispatch log. The Freeway Service Patrol closed out its response to the scene by late afternoon. No information on the extent of injuries or the number of people hurt has been released, and the cause of the crash remains under investigation.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
More on Crashes in San Jose, CA
The multi-vehicle crash was reported on I-680 in San Jose. Local crash statistics, the steps for getting a police report, and nearby trauma centers are on our San Jose, CA car accident information page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can drivers avoid getting caught in a highway pile-up?
Keeping a safe following distance, slowing down in heavy traffic, and staying alert for brake lights ahead can give drivers more time to react before a chain-reaction crash develops.
What should I do if I come upon a crash scene on the freeway?
Slow down well before reaching the scene, turn on hazard lights, and move into a lane farther from the incident if it's safe to do so. Avoid stopping to look, and follow any instructions from responders directing traffic.
Why does following distance matter so much in highway crashes?
A longer gap between vehicles gives drivers more time to stop or steer around a sudden slowdown, which can prevent a single crash from turning into a multi-vehicle pile-up.
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