Couple Killed in Bay Area Motorcycle Accident on SR‑9
Bay Area, CA, July 26, 2025 – A devastating crash on Saturday afternoon claimed the lives of a Hayward couple when their motorcycle collided with a Tesla on a winding stretch of highway in the Bay Area. The California Highway Patrol reported the deadly accident occurred around 4:45 p.m. on July 26 on State Route 9 near State Route 35. An 18‑year‑old San Jose woman driving a white 2018 Tesla Model 3 northbound struck a southbound 2008 Harley‑Davidson motorcycle. The 61‑year‑old male rider and his 59‑year‑old passenger were ejected from the motorcycle and pronounced dead at the scene. Both victims were wearing helmets at the time of the crash. Authorities are investigating what led to the collision.
