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Santa Clara Police Department
Friday October 16th, 2026 :: 01:02 p.m. PDT

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Fatal Traffic Collision

On October 14, 2026, at approximately 6:44 p.m., Santa Clara Police Department (SCPD) officers responded to a report of a collision involving a vehicle and a motorcyclist with injuries on Stevens Creek Boulevard and Winchester Boulevard. The preliminary investigation indicates a Yamaha motorcycle struck a red Ford on Stevens Creek Boulevard. When first responders arrived, they located the adult male motorcyclist and performed life-saving measures. He was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries and passed away.  
 
The deceased male driver of the Yamaha motorcycle was identified as a 19-year-old resident of Sunnyvale, California. His identity will be released by the Santa Clara County Office of the Medical Examiner. The Ford driver was not injured. The investigation is ongoing.

Witnesses to the collision are asked to contact Traffic Investigator Ernst at 408-615-4764. Alternatively, those who wish to remain nameless can leave a message on the SCPD Anonymous Tip Line at (408) 615-4TIP (4847).

Prepared by:  Lieutenant Eric Lagergren

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(408) 615-4865

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Santa Clara Police Department
601 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95050

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Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 408-615-5580

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