38-Year-Old Bicyclist Dies after Struck by Pickup Truck in San Jose
SAN JOSE, CA (August 22, 2024) – Gilberto Salas Breniz was killed in a bicycle accident in San Jose Sunday morning on August 18.
The fatal accident happened 9:15 a.m. near South Jackson Avenue and Cinderella Lane. According to the San Jose Police Department, Breniz was riding his bicycle when he was struck by a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado.
Paramedics rushed Breniz to a local hospital in critical condition.
Despite life-saving measures at the hospital, Breniz did not survive and was declared dead at 3:35 pm. He was a 38-year-old San Jose resident.
Meanwhile, the driver of the pickup stayed on scene and cooperated with police.
THe cause of the crash and factors involved are still under investigation.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Gilberto Breniz.
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