San Jose: Community services officer killed by allegedly intoxicated driver

SAN JOSE — A driver allegedly under the influence struck two San Jose police community service officers, killing one, and critically injuring another.

The officers were struck by a vehicle while conducting traffic control on Monterey Road in response to another unrelated vehicle accident.

The driver, suspected of driving under the influence, has been arrested. The other officer remains hospitalized with major injuries.

“Our entire police family is heartbroken by this line of duty death, and our collective arms are around his family, friends, and teammates as we all cope with this painful incident,” the San Jose Police Department said in a statement. “We are also praying for our other CSO who suffered major injuries during the traffic collision and is still hospitalized. May she have a speedy recovery.”

Acting Chief Paul Joseph is expected to provide more information about the incident and the investigation at a press conference on Monday.