Andrea Martinez Struck, Killed by Car on Highway 101 in Santa Clara
Andrea Martinez Dies in Santa Clara Pedestrian Accident on Highway 101 near San Tomas Expressway Early Wednesday
Santa Clara, California (May 9, 2020) – Andrea Martinez, 45, was hit and killed by a car Wednesday at about 4:12 a.m. when she was reportedly trying to cross Highway 101 near San Tomas Expressway in Santa Clara, a local news source reported.
As per the article, Martinez reportedly stepped into traffic in the northbound lanes of the highway from the right shoulder.
The driver of a northbound 2014 Chevy Silverado slammed on the brakes after spotting Martinez but was not able to stop in time and ended up hitting her.
Martinez died at the crash scene.
Authorities are investigating the accident.
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