San Jose, CA – On the afternoon of Thursday, April 24, 2025, a collision between a VTA light-rail train and a box truck resulted in injuries to four individuals, according to Bay Area News.
The San Jose Police Department reports that the accident took place around 4:30 PM at the intersection of North First Street and Charcot Avenue.
According to authorities, the incident occurred when a box truck collided with a VTA train under circumstances that are still under investigation. The crash injured the truck driver, two passengers aboard the train, and the train’s conductor. Emergency medical personnel responded to the scene and transported all four individuals to a nearby hospital. Their injuries were described as non-life-threatening.
The cause of the collision has not yet been determined. Authorities are reviewing traffic camera footage and collecting witness statements to establish the sequence of events that led to the crash. The area was temporarily closed to traffic and VTA service while crews worked to clear the scene and ensure safety.
Officials have not released the identities of those injured. Updates will be provided as the investigation continues.
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