UPDATE: A man was fatally shot by deputies of the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop in San Jose on Monday evening. The incident occurred just after 7:30 p.m. in the vicinity of College Drive and Fruitdale Avenue, according to a report from the San Jose Police Department.
Officials confirmed the man was armed with a knife at the time of the encounter. He was subsequently transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The shooting has raised urgent questions about police protocols during traffic stops.
An investigation is currently underway, with police promising to release more details on Tuesday. Streets around the incident site remain closed as authorities conduct their inquiry, impacting traffic and local residents.
As this situation develops, community members are urged to stay informed. The implications of this shooting could have significant repercussions for law enforcement practices in the area.
Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available.
