Pedestrian Fatally Struck While Walking on Highway 280 in San Jose

A pedestrian was struck and killed early Friday morning after walking into the fast lane of northbound Interstate 280 near the Highway 880/17 interchange in San Jose, according to the California Highway Patrol.

The incident occurred around 4:55 a.m., when a Toyota Corolla traveling in the far-left lane struck an adult male who had entered the roadway for reasons that remain unclear. The impact occurred just before the freeway's connection to the busy interchange.

The driver of the Corolla remained at the scene, stopping the vehicle in the fast lane and cooperating with emergency responders. Despite efforts by medical personnel, the pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities have not yet released the identity of the deceased man, pending family notification. The driver was uninjured, and investigators have determined that drugs and alcohol were not factors for either party involved.

The California Highway Patrol has asked anyone who witnessed the collision or has information relevant to the investigation to contact the San Jose CHP area office at (408) 961-0900.