Two pedestrians were hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle in San Jose on Thursday evening, April 23, 2026.
According to the San Jose Police Department, officers responded at around 7:24 p.m. in the 2300 block of Carlton Avenue.
Both pedestrians were initially transported to a hospital in critical condition, but later reports indicated that their injuries were not life-threatening.
The driver involved in the crash was taken into custody. Authorities have not released additional details about the motorist.
The incident remains under investigation.
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