San Jose Woman Arrested for Fatal Hit-and-Run Murder

UPDATE: A 34-year-old woman in San Jose was arrested on suspicion of murder following a fatal hit-and-run incident that occurred Sunday night, according to police reports. The collision, deemed intentional, has left the community in shock as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.

The incident unfolded just before 7:30 p.m. at the intersection of Winchester Boulevard and Tisch Way. When officers arrived, they discovered a woman lying in the roadway. Despite immediate medical attention, she was pronounced dead at the hospital shortly after her arrival.

Police have yet to release the victim’s identity, pending notification of her next of kin by the Santa Clara County Medical Examiner-Coroner’s Office. However, early investigations suggest that the collision was not accidental, raising serious concerns within the community.

“Preliminary information indicated the collision was an intentional act,” said San Jose police Sgt. Jorge Garibay in a news release.

The suspect has been identified as Yanette Beas Solorio, who was apprehended approximately two miles away from the scene in Santa Clara. She has been booked into the Santa Clara County Jail and is currently being held without bail.

This incident marks the 24th homicide in San Jose this year, a stark contrast to 29 homicides recorded at this time last year. The city is grappling with a surge in violent crime, prompting urgent calls for community safety and support.

Authorities are actively seeking information from the public. Anyone with details related to this case is urged to contact Detective Sgt. John VanDenBroeck at [email protected], Detective Amanda Estantino at [email protected], or both at 408-277-5283.

This developing story is a stark reminder of the tragic consequences of reckless behavior on our roads. Updates will follow as more information becomes available.