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1 dead after two-vehicle crash on Highway 17 in Campbell
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Joel Soria , as published by NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· August 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The crash had an impact on traffic, closing two right lanes of southbound Highway 17 and the southbound Hamilton Avenue exit.
A fatal crash occurred on southbound Highway 17 in Campbell, resulting in one death. The California Highway Patrol is investigating the two-vehicle collision that happened early Tuesday morning. The crash had an impact on traffic, closing two right lanes of southbound Highway 17 and the southbound Hamilton Avenue exit.
m. The investigation is still in its preliminary stages, and the number of additional injuries is unknown. The California Highway Patrol will release more information as it becomes available.
For updates on this developing story, check the source for further details.
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Category: safety Published: August 4, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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