The Santa Clara Police Department responded to a single-car crash that killed a woman and injured two men early Saturday morning in Santa Clara.
The crash happened at Lawrence Expressway and Poinciana Drive intersection at about 1:54 a.m. According to the authorities, a southbound car drifted to the right. It struck a traffic island and a pole while approaching Poinciana Drive.
The 35-year-old male passenger and the 36-year-old driver sustained severe injuries from the crash and were taken to the hospital. The other passenger, a 41-year-old woman, died at the scene.
Alcohol and drugs are suspected to be a factor in the crash. A complaint was lodged for DUI with injury and gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated.
Anyone with information regarding the crash is asked to call SCPD at 408-615-4764.
September 14, 2022
Source: KRON4