Major Traffic Disruption on State Route 17

Traffic Collision on State Route 17 in Los Gatos Causes Delays Today

📍 Los Gatos, CA

📅 Published: May 16, 2025 at 05:35 PM

🔄 Updated: May 16, 2025 at 06:30 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Los Gatos, CA
Los Gatos, May 16, 2025 -

A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on State Route 17 South near the Summit Road Off-Ramp in Los Gatos, CA. The incident, which took place around 4:28 PM, involved a white Tesla and a black motorcycle. The motorcycle clipped the rear bumper of the Tesla while attempting to split lanes, leading to a significant traffic incident.

Emergency units were quickly dispatched to the scene to manage the situation and facilitate traffic flow. The right-hand side of the roadway experienced lane blockages, causing delays and congestion for motorists in the area. A tow truck was called to remove the black motorcycle, which was damaged, while the Tesla remained on the scene.

As traffic continued to build, emergency responders worked diligently to clear the incident area and restore normal traffic conditions. The situation created a backup on State Route 17, impacting the afternoon commute for drivers traveling through Los Gatos.

Motorists are advised to exercise caution when navigating the area as cleanup efforts continue. Authorities are working to ensure that traffic is restored as quickly as possible to alleviate delays caused by this traffic collision.

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