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Toddler Killed in Crash Near Apple HQ
9 Nov
Summary
- A 2-year-old girl, Riley Howard, died after a two-vehicle collision.
- The incident occurred near Apple's headquarters in California.
- The driver of the other vehicle was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter.
A devastating traffic collision near Apple's headquarters in California tragically claimed the life of a 2-year-old girl. The incident occurred on November 6 at the intersection of North Tantau Avenue and Pruneridge Avenue. First responders arrived to find an adult woman and a young child with serious injuries.
Both were transported to a local hospital, where the child, identified as Riley Howard of San Jose, was pronounced deceased despite extensive lifesaving efforts. The driver of the second vehicle sustained minor injuries and was treated and released from a local hospital.
Authorities have arrested the driver of the other vehicle on suspicion of gross vehicular manslaughter. The investigation into the full circumstances of the crash is ongoing. Captain Neil Valenzuela expressed his condolences, stating, "Our thoughts are with the child's family and loved ones as they navigate an unimaginable loss."
