Trailer Detaches, Causes Collision in San Jose

Traffic Collision on Alamitos Road in San Jose Causes No Traffic Impact Today

📍 San Jose, CA

📅 Published: May 17, 2025 at 10:32 PM

🔄 Updated: May 18, 2025 at 12:01 AM

Map showing the location of the accident in San Jose, CA
San Jose, May 17, 2025 -

A traffic collision occurred today at 23970 Alamitos Road in San Jose, CA, involving one vehicle. The incident took place around 9:36 PM when the trailer attached to the reporting party's vehicle became disconnected and collided with the vehicle itself. As a result, the vehicle has been declared not drivable.

Emergency response units arrived on the scene shortly after the incident to manage traffic and secure the area. Fortunately, there were no lane closures reported, and traffic flow remained largely unaffected. The emergency personnel worked efficiently to clear the scene, ensuring that normal traffic patterns could resume quickly.

While there were no specific reports of delays or congestion, the presence of emergency services may have caused minor slowdowns in the immediate vicinity. Motorists are advised to exercise caution while driving near the area as cleanup efforts were underway.

This incident highlights the importance of proper vehicle maintenance and secure towing practices to prevent similar traffic incidents. Drivers are encouraged to remain vigilant and adhere to safe driving practices to ensure the safety of all road users.

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